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Established in the Faith, Part 3 (TMF:2640)

Friday, June 20, 2025
Peace to Live By: Established in the Faith, Part 3 (TMF:2640) - Daniel Litton
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       All the correct practice pays off. A reputation is developed that is trustworthy and admirable. This is what Paul would bring up later to Timothy, remember, in saying “He must not be a recent convert” when discussing the appointment of elders or overseers (ESV). This has been something that has been noted as a problem among modern Evangelical churches—the appointment of people before they’re ready for important, or in-front-of-others roles. “But we need people to lead,” it might be said back, “We don’t have anybody else.” Then your model is flawed. It would be better to have a couple strong, more mature leaders than several who are not “established in the faith.” Better to give more responsibility to a couple of individuals who can handle it. You don’t need so many leaders like you think you do. Recall what Paul also said to Timothy, “what you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses entrust to faithful men, who will be able to teach others also” (2 Timothy 2:2, ESV). Being “established” is someone who can be “entrusted” and can also teach.