The Elder’s Task (2)

We do not exaggerate when we say that the major task of the elder in the church is that of counseling. This does not mean that he is called upon at set times to sit down in conference, to deliberate and advise with regard to various problems that arise in the life of the members of the church and even in the church at large. Although this function is certainly not to be excluded, it may not be construed as the limitation of his task. We do not exaggerate when we say that the major task of the...