The Role of Deacons // 1 Tim 3:8-13

What is the role of a deacon? Who can serve as a deacon? What is the difference between an elder and a deacon? There are many questions about the role of deacons in the #church. Pastor Nathan walks through the qualifications of the deacons in 1 Timothy 3 to help illuminate Paul's thoughts on this important role in the church. He also takes time to discuss the controversial topic of women serving as deacons. Does the text allow for this or is this only for men?
#leadership #elders #women #men #deacon

[@TheGhostInYourMachine]

What if a Deacon in your church is verbally and emotionally abusive and the Pastor refuses to address it? What do you do?

[@HeritageBaptistChurch]

That is a difficult situation that should begin with the instruction in Matthew 18:15-17, but the application of any kind of church discipline would depend on your church structure, the scope of the offense, and leaderships willingness to pursue those issues.