Sunday February 15th 2026
1 Timothy 3:1-2
Notes:
How a person operates in and engages with their family and the world will be similar in the church
Even if a person in a position fails, falls, or disappoints, it doesn't nullify the necessity of the position.
Elder Qualifications Part 1:
1. Evaluate the motive
A. It takes time to observe
B. Our motives may be deceptive
C. The cost to family may be great
D. The personal cost may be sacrificial
E. You must be noticed
2. Be generally blameless or above reproach
3. Must be a one-woman man
4. Needs to live a balanced life
5. Able to restrain themselves
1. Evaluate the motive
A. It takes time to observe
B. Our motives may be deceptive
C. The cost to family may be great
D. The personal cost may be sacrificial
E. You must be noticed
2. Be generally blameless or above reproach
3. Must be a one-woman man
4. Needs to live a balanced life
5. Able to restrain themselves
