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Introduction to Church Leadership Roles

By: Mike Mazzalongo     Posted: January, 2015
Church growth is tied to church leadership. In this introductory lesson, the various Biblical roles of leadership are identified and compared to one another.
Discussion Questions
  1. Discuss the following questions related to congregational leadership:
    1. How do you define leadership?
    2. Why is congregational leadership important?
    3. Who is our example of leadership and why?
    4. Explain the meaning of Matthew 10:24-25 regarding congregational leadership.
  2. Read Ephesians 4:10-12 and answer the following questions:
    1. Why does Jesus have ultimate authority over the Church?
    2. What is the primary purpose of the leadership roles listed in verse 11?
  3. What is a frequently sought-after human characteristic not a part of a congregation's leadership and why?
  4. Discuss the differences in responsibility of the various leadership roles in the church as outlined in scripture.
  5. Discuss the differences in responsibility of various congregational leadership roles.
  6. How can you use this lesson to grow spiritually and help others come into a relationship with Jesus?
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