Jay,
I serve as a minister of an independent congregation outside the Churches of Christ that has no elders. I may soon become the senior pastor. Thus, I have been doing some research on church polity, elders, etc. Hence, I found your site.
As I have read your postings, I have been impressed with your fidelity to the Word of God. I have appreciated your balance between grace and law in your discussions regarding elder qualifications.
I am trying to learn the language and style of elder-led congregations. I do find that this type of organization certainly has a stronger biblical base, and that sits very well with me. If you have any suggestions on how this plays out in the practical world of buildings, programs, interaction with the legal world and general administrative tasks, I would welcome them.
That’s a tough one, not because the answer is unknown, but because there are so many answers! Each eldership and each congregation has a different style. So let me start in broad terms and work from there. Continue reading
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