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How Far Does an Elder’s Authority Go?

By Filings on Thu, 01/08/26
Church & Ministry
Elders
Pastoral Leadership
Pastoral Authority
Ecclesiology

“This question assumes at least two things: 1. That elders, in fact, have authority to direct church members. 2. That their authority has limits. The Bible teaches both truths.” - 9 Marks

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