ISBN: 9780243390601 - the twins, or conversations on the importance of the office of the ruling elder: its scriptural authority, qualifications, and duties (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the importance of the elder's office within a Presbyterian church, arguing its central place in the polity of the church. The author provides scriptural and historical support for the role, referencing the writings of the Apostle Paul and practices within early synagogues. Furthermore, this book argues that the elder's office is as important now as it was in the early church, and that it should be recognized as among the essential offices of the church. The author contends that elders are crucial for the spiritual health of the congregation, providing guidance, support, and oversight to both the congregation and the pastor. Ultimately, this book serves as a valuable resource for understanding the role of the elder in the Presbyterian tradition, offering insights that will be of interest to both scholars and laypeople alike. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…