
1 - THERE ARE TWO BIBLICAL OFFICES IN A LOCAL CHURCH:
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Philippians 1:1 - Paul and Timothy, servants of Christ Jesus, To all the saints in Christ Jesus who are at Philippi, with the overseers and deacons
2 - DEACONS WORK CLOSELY WITH ELDERS.
Elders oversee
Deacons help with
3 – DEACONS MUST BE BIBLICALLY QUALIFIED:
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1 Timothy 3:8 - Deacons, likewise, should be worthy of respect, not hypocritical, not drinking a lot of wine, not greedy for money, 9 holding the mystery of the faith with a clear conscience. 10 They must also be tested first; if they prove blameless, then they can serve as deacons. 11 Wives, likewise, should be worthy of respect, not slanderers, self-controlled, faithful in everything. 12 Deacons are to be husbands of one wife, managing their children and their own households competently. 13 For those who have served well as deacons acquire a good standing for themselves and great boldness in the faith that is in Christ Jesus.
Do you aspire to be a deacon?
1) Are you earning respect?
2) Do you have integrity?
3) Are you always ready and dependable?
4) Can you be trusted?
5) Do you live what you believe?
6) When was your character proven?
7) Can you be trusted with information and access?
8) Do you cause drama or do you bringing a calming presence to situations?
9) Are you faithful in all things?
10) Is your personal life falling apart?