Series:   I Timothy for Beginners
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Elders, Deacons and the Church

Part 2

By: Mike Mazzalongo     Posted: November, 2018
The section on church leadership continues with an examination of the qualifications Paul describes for those men who would serve as deacons.
Discussion Questions
  1. Summarize the situation that led to the first deacons being appointed and what were the results (Acts 6:1-7 see also Acts 2:42-47).
  2. What are the qualifications of deacons as listed in the following passages and how does this generally describe them?
  3. How does Paul describe the reward for deacons who serve well and why is this appropriate?
  4. Defend the Bible's teaching that women cannot serve or be appointed as deacons (deaconesses).
  5. How can you use this lesson to grow spiritually and help others come into a relationship with Jesus?
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