Most Christians readily understand the Bible’s prohibition against drunkenness, but many may not understand what it means to get drunk and why elders and deacons appear to be given two different standards for sobriety. Paul says elders must “not given to wine” but deacons must “not given to much wine” (1 Timothy 3:3, 8). Alan Bonifay wades through these issues.
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Joshua is the first book of the Bible not written by Moses. It recounts one of the most important time period’s in Israel’s history — the glorious conquest of Canaan. Learn more about this monumental step in God’s program today!
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Many people have the attitude that says, “I don’t care what anybody thinks of me.” This attitude often presents itself in a life that pays little attention to the feelings and well-being of others. Dale Wellman, a man who has served as an elder for many years, informs us that disregard of other people’s opinions is not an option for Christians, especially for those who desire to be an elder.
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Hospitality is one of the hallmarks of Christianity. Glen Osburn helps us in our understanding of the importance of hospitality especially for those who serve as elders.
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Deuteronomy is the second law, but it is far more than a simple recitation or even elaboration on previous instructions recorded in earlier books. Deuteronomy is the heart-felt plea of an aged father to his young and eager children exhorting them to loyalty to God above all else.
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There are three synonymous qualifications for elders discussed by Randy Ballard in today’s article: temperate, sober-minded, and self-controlled. While these words share similar meanings, the slight nuanced differences between them reveal why Paul used all three as part of his standard for what an elder must be.
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