Elders and Deacons

by J.B. Myers

The culmination of over ten years of research and writing, Elders and Deacons is a resource tool for churches interested in knowing more about this biblical subject. Both practical and theological, it covers a broad range of issues on eldership, including the thorough discussion of the qualifications of elders and deaconsWhy elders are men and not womenThe historical development of eldersElders and the anointing of oilThe change to a monarchial bishopAnalysis of the teaching of the apostolic fathers on eldersA justification for restoring the biblical pattern of church organizationThe relationship of pastor, preacher, and elderThe case for a plurality of elders in each churchThe identity and church environment of biblical elders in Jerusalem and EphesusPractical procedures for the selection of elders and deaconsElders and preachersPreaching eldersThe work of elders and deaconsAbout the B. Myers has preached for churches of Christ for more than thirty years, during which time he has helped many churches organize with elders and deacons. He is a graduate of Oklahoma Christian University (B.S.), Harding University Graduate School of Religion (M.Th.), and Louisiana Tech University (M.B.A.). In addtion, he holds a Master of Science (M.S.) degree in community counseling and the Advanced Graduate Certificate in Addiction Studies from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Myers is also a National Certified Counselor (NCC) and the author of Faith and Addiction. He currently preaches for the Bright Angel church of Christ in Las Vegas, Nevada.

275 pages, Paperback

First published December 31, 2003