QUESTIONS FROM THE MARKETPLACE: "Teaching Gifts & Church Hierarchy" - Part 3

SETTING THE RECORD STRAIGHT: Part 3 - "The Purpose, Order and Authority of Teachers" -

"This is a faithful saying: If a man desires the position of a bishop, he desires a good work. A bishop then must be blameless, the husband of one wife, temperate, sober-minded, of good behavior, hospitable, able to teach…. not a novice, lest being puffed up with pride he fall into the same condemnation as the devil." (I Timothy 3:1-3, 6)

 In this passage the Apostle Paul lists the qualifications for those seeking to serve in the position Bishop/Elders/Overseer? Are this position a Spiritual Gift? Why is it necessary? Who selects them? Are they still needed today, or have they been replaced by the personal spiritual insights of individuals? If they exist, are these in charge of The Church in place of Christ until He returns? Join me as I expound on What God’s Word says concerning these questions as we gain understanding of The Purpose, The Order, and The Scope of this formal teaching office. You can participate live through the online chat room, or by calling (607)203-5370. Direct all questions after the broadcast to (614)388-8838 or e-mail me at ryoung@arcstudies.org