True Spiritual Authority in the Church: episode 5- Elders, Bishops, and Deacons: -E045• 2026

In this episode, we take a careful look at what the New Testament actually says about elders, bishops, and deacons in the church. Instead of beginning with explanations or traditions, we begin by reading the key passages of Scripture that describe how leadership functioned in the early church. Once we hear the Word of God together, we step back and examine what these verses reveal about spiritual oversight, the qualifications for leaders, and the pattern the apostles established for the care of God's people. What we discover is a leadership model rooted not in hierarchy or personality, but in spiritual maturity, character, shared responsibility, and faithful stewardship of the church that Christ purchased with His own blood. If this ministry has been a blessing to you, you can support the work through: Zelle: [email protected] PayPal: paypal.me/guardiansoftruth