Biblical Qualifications, Scriptural Roles, and Right Relationships Author: John Hartog II Publisher: Trafford
This volume is not written from an academic ivory tower. Dr. Hartog has "been there." In the right sense of the term, he has successfully served as both a pastor and deacon. The biblical lists of qualifications for these offices stress character, not just skills. The pastor is presented as a shepherd, not a CEO, and deacons as servants/pastor's assistants, not a Board of Directors. Both the qualifications and ministries of these two offices are described from a biblical and practical perspectives. Also addresses the pastor and his family, deacon's wives, and ministries open to women.