The Qualifications of Deacons (4): Full of the Holy Spirit, Wisdom, and Faith

Because deacons serve as official representatives of Jesus Christ to His church, God requires His church to choose qualified men for that office. We have already noted that they must be men, and that they must be believing men who have received from God the spiritual graces of salvation in Christ. One who receives such grace must and will manifest that grace in his life. With regard to every child of God, this is the case. We must manifest it, to show our gratitude to God for salvation. And...