Bible Text: 1 Timothy 3:1-7, Titus 1:5-9 | Preacher: James Allan | Series: Eldership | 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 bring disgrace to the church. Christ is our example. As the world watches us, is our reputation one of innocence? Is our conduct exemplary? Do people acknowledge that we are trustworthy and hardworking?