The overarching purpose of the command to stop teaching strange doctrines is love. Love is defined by God, not man. It comes out of a pure heart (right with God,…
Teaching & Testimony. The elder must be able to teach and have a good testimony; thought well of by outsiders. Is this person honest and upright? The devil will set traps to…
Domesticity & Discipline. What is the elder's life like in the home? He takes his marriage vows seriously and is faithful. He must also manage his children well. He must…