A church elder is a person who has spiritual authority in the church. In simplest terms.
The Hebrew word for elder means “beard,” and literally speaks of an older person. In the Old testament, elders were heads of households, prominent men of the tribes, and leaders or rulers in the community. In the New Testament, elders served as spiritual overseers of the church.
What Is an Elder?
These biblical qualifications of an elder come from Titus 1:6–9 and 1 Timothy 3:1–7. In general, they describe a mature Christian with a good reputation, and gifts for teaching, oversight, and pastoral ministry.
- A person who is above reproach or blameless
- Has a good reputation
- Faithful to his wife
- Not given to heavy drinking
- Not violent, quarrelsome, or quick-tempered
- Gentle
- Enjoys having guests
- One who is able to teach others
- His children respect and obey him
- He is not a new believer and has a strong belief
- Not arrogant
- Not dishonest with money and does not love money
- One who exercises discipline and self-control
Title: Who is an Elder
– Apostle Arome Osayi
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