Of The Church - 03

Summary

The sermon focuses on the biblical offices of the church, emphasizing that there are only two: elders (pastors) and deacons. Elders are called and gifted by the Holy Spirit to shepherd, teach, and oversee the congregation, but they remain part of the congregation and are accountable to both God and the church. The call to pastoral ministry involves both an internal call by the Holy Spirit and an external call recognized by the church, motivated by the love of Christ for His people. The sermon also highlights the character and responsibilities required of elders and the importance of prayer and ministry of the word in their leadership.