The Qualifications of the Office of Elder (8): The Elder’s Relationship to the Truth
This article examines the biblical qualifications for church elders, specifically focusing on their relationship to truth as outlined in 1 Timothy and Titus. Kuiper argues that elders must possess a firm grasp of Scripture gained through both past instruction (including catechism and covenant education) and ongoing spiritual growth, emphasizing the necessity of doctrinal knowledge for faithful church leadership.
Previous article in this series: October 1, 2014, p. 12. Explaining I Timothy 3:2-7 and Titus 1:6-9, we have noted in past articles that elders in the church of Jesus Christ must be 1) adult male members of the church; 2) blameless men, who cannot be charged with any grave fault, and who are godly in all aspects of their life; 3) men who, when they are married and have children, enjoy the kind of relationship with their wives and children which indicates that they love with the love of Christ,...
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