Dr. Jordan Rogers continues preaching through the Book of 1 Timothy in this sermon from 1 Timothy 5:17-25 entitled, "Critical Commands Concerning Elders."
If we truly love the Lord Jesus, then we will value the things He values. In other words, we ought to put a high premium where the God places a high premium.
In 1 Timothy 5:17-25, we see clearly what God prioritizes as the work of a Pastor. In this text we see that God puts a double premium on Elders who excel in Church administration and in laboring hard at the preaching and teaching of God’s Word. Because these are of such importance to the Lord, these tasks must be of equal importance to God’s people. Thus, the manner in which Elders are compensated should be respective of God’s high prioritizing of these tasks. In this passage, we also see that God expects His pastors to take care of themselves, not only spiritually, but physically! Lastly, we see that God expects His pastors to take special care as to who they associate themselves with.
The following is a sermon from 1 Timothy 5:17-25 and below you will find the video recording and a sermon outline to help you follow along as you watch. I hope this study tool helps you grow in your love for the Lord Jesus and in your obedience to Him.
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Sermon Title: “Critical Commands Concerning Elders”
Text: 1 Timothy 5:17-25
Sermon Summary: We must be diligent in our application of the biblical commands regarding Elders in the Lord’s Church.
Structure
vs.17-18-Compensation
Command #1: Elders must be compensated appropriately according to the biblical standard.
vs.19-21-Accusation
Command #2: Elders must handle accusations against their peers according to the biblical guidelines.
Guideline #1: Two or three witnesses who provide evidence of sin. (vs.19)
Guideline #2: Persistent sin must be rebuked publicly. (vs.20)
Guideline #3: Biblical discipline must be carried out without bias. (vs.21)
vs.23-Preservation
Command #3: Elders must pursue proper personal care.
vs.22, 24-25-Association (Ordination, Fellowship)
Command #4: Elders must practice disciplined patience before ordination to any Church office. (vs.22a)
Command #5: Elders must take diligent care to preserve the purity of their associations. (vs.22b)
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