Deacons - Lead by Serving Elders - Serve by Leading

Words Identified:
1. Bishop or Episcopal
2. Overseer or Manager
3. Elder or person of Spiritual Maturity
4. Pastor or Shepherd
5. Sheep, flock, or local believers
A. Sheep need to be led
B. Sheep need to be protected
C. Sheep need to be cleaned

The Role of Elders in Suffering:
1. Elders act as spiritual lifeguards
2. Elders lead by example
A. How to respond to suffering
B. How to encourage others in suffering
C. How to maintain focus
3. Elders keep their eyes on the prize
4. Elders disciple other men
The Emphasis: Sheep need shepherding, especially in their suffering