Why elders?
Subtitle: a biblical and practical guide for church members
By: Benjamin L. Merkle.
Publisher: Kregel Publications
Published: 2009
Place of publication: Grand Rapids, MI
Language: eng
ISBN-13: 9780825433511
Subjects: Elders (Church officers); Pastoral theology
Notes: Includes bibliographical references.
Table of contents: title: Introduction; title: New Testament churches had elders; title: Elders and terminology; title: Elders and plurality; title: Elders and authority; title: A pastor needs help and accountability; title: Elders and their duties; title: Elders and the sharing of burdens; title: Elders and equality; title: Elders and accountability; title: Having elders makes for a healthier church; title: Elders and history; title: Elders and qualifications; title: Elders and affordability; title: Elders and deacons have different callings; title: The background of deacons; title: The qualifications of deacons; title: The role of deacons; title: The distinction between elders and deacons.