Great God, help
me to keep hold of the deep truths of
the faith with a clear conscience this day and always. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.
Read 1 Timothy 3: 8-13
Ah. Now we come to the list of qualities needed
for those who are called to be Deacons.
Note that these are qualities not a job description. This list of qualities and characteristics
are for those who serve others and as some Scholars suggest, as those who help
the Overseers. Often when a Presbyterian congregation is seeking
Elders, this is the scripture that is
used. These are not easy qualifications
nor should they be. To be an Elder means
to serve God by being worthy of respect,
must be able to express what they believe and hold to that belief in the
Christian faith, must be tested and approved,
must have an irreproachable home life, and must be compelled to share the love of Christ with everyone they meet.
Dear LORD, I keep all the Elders of the Church I attend
in my prayers today. May they stand firm in their beliefs. May they be worthy of respect not only in the
Church but also in the community, and be with them when they are tested. Enable them to be amazing servants of
Christ. In Jesus name I pray. Amen.
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