Christ's Church Officers

Ordination on SermonAudio · Sep 13, 2026 · 59m

The sermon examines the biblical structure of church government, emphasizing that Christ alone appoints and authorizes the officers of the local church. It distinguishes between the universal invisible church and the visible local body, arguing that while a church exists by covenant, it requires elders and deacons for proper organization and function. The speaker clarifies that there are only two enduring offices, rejecting hierarchical titles like archbishops or distinct categories of ruling versus teaching elders. Elders are tasked with the administration of ordinances and executive power…