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Session 2 Video

Christian leaders lead first in their character. What are the Christ-Like traits of a Mature Elder?

Session 2

Character Qualities of Elders

Free video resources for you and your church. Designed for use in these environments: Adult Studies, Student Ministry, Leadership Training, Personal Growth.


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https://content.lessons.church/files/study/hr6mytWL6xF/Vk40YebNTq0/Healthy Elders and Deacons (Jim Dalrymple) 2018.pdf?dt=1661520233387

This series by Jim Dalrymple delves into texts from 1 Timothy and Titus to offer insights on training and encouraging church leaders, specifically elders and deacons. It begins by defining the roles of leadership within the church, as per biblical guidelines. The series then enumerates the character traits of elders and deacons, underlining that Christian leaders are defined first by their Christ-like character. Following this, the responsibilities of elders and deacons are explored. The method of selection for these leadership roles is examined, emphasizing the importance of focusing on Christ-like character attributes as the primary selection criteria. The series concludes by addressing the topic of submission to leadership, even in circumstances where trust may be lacking, thus presenting a comprehensive resource for training church leaders.

Healthy Elders & Deacons

In this series, Jim Dalrymple (New Testament faculty at Ozark Christian College) will unpack various texts from 1 Timothy and Titus in effort to encourage and train church leaders. This series is designed as a training resource for church leaders.

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- **Christian leaders** ***lead first*** **in their** ***character.***

- **The Bible focuses more upon their** ***character*** **than it does their specific** ***tasks.***

  - 1 Timothy 3:1–7
  - Titus 1:5–9
  - 1 Peter 5:1–4

- **Checklist or Portrait? Functionality of “Above Reproach”**

- **Christ-Like Traits of a Mature Elder/Overseer**

  - Maturity as a disciple (not a recent convert)
  - Teaching and protecting the gospel
  - Evidence of Christ’s control in their lives

    - Evidence of Christ-likeness and discipleship in the home 
    - Christ-like interactions with others
    - Self-control (Spirit-controlled)
    - Motivations for leadership

  - Reputation with outsiders

**Discussion Questions:**

- **Do you think it is best to view 1 Timothy and Titus 1 as a checklist or a portrait of one who is above reproach?**

- **How can you better emphasize the importance of Christ-like character in your elders?**

- **Are you willing to practice church discipline when an elder is no longer above reproach?**


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