In a brief layover in Miletus, Paul sent for the elders of the church in Ephesus. After spending several years in Ephesus, he desired to give the leadership team one last encouragement. He emphasizes the seriousness of their role in protecting the church. He states that “fierce wolves” will come among you . . . “men will arise speaking twisted things.” An elder is to have the ability to communicate God’s truth and he is to insure the church continues to proclaim the truth faithfully.
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Encouragement for Elders
November 26th