Series:   I Timothy for Beginners
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Disciplining Leaders

By: Mike Mazzalongo     Posted: December, 2018
In this section, Paul instructs Timothy concerning the way he should deal with church leaders who cause trouble.
Discussion Questions
  1. Explain the three areas of an elder's work:
    • Ruling
    • Preaching
    • Teaching
  2. Explain Paul's use of "double honor" for elders who rule well.
  3. How do we determine if an elder rules well?
  4. How does Paul's instructions about correcting elders relate to Jesus' instructions in Matthew 18:15-17?
  5. Explain Paul's use of "laying on hands" in I Timothy 5:22 and explain the wisdom behind it.
  6. What is today's application of I Timothy 5:23 concerning Paul's instruction about using wine?
  7. What is the relationship to Paul's use of character traits (I Timothy 3:2-7) and deeds (I Timothy 5:25) for qualifications of elders?
  8. What are some lessons we learn regarding elders?
  9. How can we use this lesson to strengthen our faith and help others grow spiritually?
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