What are deacons and how are they supposed to function in the life of the church? What biblical characteristics should deacons evidence in their lives? What are the role-distinctions between the elders and deacons? How should deacons interact with the leadership of the church? How should deacons serve the leadership of the church? How might a pastor correct dysfunction in the diaconate?
Listen as Brian and Jim address these issues and more in this episode.
RESOURCES:
The Pastor’s Soul: The Call and Care of an Undershepherd
What is the Difference Between a Pastor and a Deacon?
How do you raise up elders and deacons when there are none?
Minister of Mercy: The New Testament Deacon
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