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Advice from a Spiritual Father – Acts 20:17-38

Paul had just travelled four days as he arrives in Miletus. Here the boat will probably unload and pick more passengers. Due to time constrains, Paul decides to call the Ephesian elders to Miletus (a 30 mile journey). He will give them his “farewell” address and encourage them to lead the church well as he […]

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Esteeming our leaders

Paul in 1 Thessalonians 5:13 urges the church not only to honor its leaders but to have them in great esteem and love. “and to regard them very highly in love because of their work. Be at peace among yourselves. ” (v. 13) This means that the church gives them the value they deserve because of their […]

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Honoring and respecting leaders of the church

The church must honor and respect its leaders who serve her. This is what Paul teaches in 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13. These leaders vary from church to church, some receive remuneration some do not. Some serve as volunteers and others serve as church employees. Regardless, Paul’s teaching applies. The church must do so by showing an […]

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