Elder and Deacon Evaluation 2010

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The following is the Biblical list of qualities needed in a man chosen as elder in the Lord’s church. Elders will not possess all of the qualities to a perfect degree but must possess each one to some degree and be growing toward maturity in each. On the basis of these qualities how do you perceive the listed below individuals as an elder of Oswego Christian Church? Please be specific in your response and cite a Biblical text or principle to support your answer whenever possible. This is your designated time to comment on this individual. Failure to do so at this time assumes that you have no objection to this candidate’s serving in this capacity.Biblical Qualifications for Elders as listed in 1 Timothy 3:2-7, Titus 1:6-9 & 1 Peter 5:1-3

Temperate and self-controlled

Able to teach

Holy

Firm to the Word

Not quarrelsome

Not overbearing

Hospitable　

The husband of one wife

Loves what is good

Disciplined

Not violent but gentle

Not a recent convert

Manages his family well with obedient, respectful, believing children　

Blameless/above reproach

Respectable/upright

Has a good reputation from outsiders

Not pursuing dishonest gain

Not a drinker

Not a lover of money

Not quick-tempered1 Tim 5:21 I charge you, in the sight of God and Christ Jesus and the elect angels, to keep these instructions without partiality, and to do nothing out of favoritism.