Why Elders?

A Biblical and Practical Guide for Church Members

Author: Benjamin L. Merkle

Most works on elders are written for the pastor or church leader, but this volume speaks directly to the church member. Benjamin L. Merkle grounds this study about church elders in the Word of God as he clearly and succinctly informs laypeople of the scriptural qualifications and responsibilities of elders and deacons. Then he implores lay men and women to vote wisely concerning church leadership. Why Elders‌ assumes the voice of the curious church member who reads the Bible with an eye focused on the early churchs organizational structure and asks, "Why did they do it the way they did" and "How can we follow Scriptures prescription for leadership‌."

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Benjamin L. Merkle (PhD, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary) is the Dr. M. O. Owens Jr. Chair of New Testament Studies, Research Professor of New Testament and Greek, and the Associate Dean for Bible Studies at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is the author or editor of more than 50 books and is also the editor of <i>Southeastern Theological Review</i>.

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