The Structure of Church of Philadelphia
Ephesians 5:23
“For the husband is the head of the wife, even as Christ is the head of the church: and he is the saviour of the body.”
King James Version (KJV)
2 Corinthians 11:2
For I am jealous over you with godly jealousy: for I have espoused you to one husband, that I may present you as a chaste virgin to Christ.
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Ephesians 4:11
“And he gave some, apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some, pastors and teachers;”
King James Version (KJV)
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The King James Bible lists the following "church" positions:
Apostles: Sent ones, foundational leaders in the early church (Ephesians 4:11).
Prophets: Those who speak God’s messages (Ephesians 4:11).
Evangelists: Preachers of the gospel, spreading the Good News (Ephesians 4:11).
Pastors: Shepherds of the congregation, overseeing and guiding the flock (Ephesians 4:11).
Teachers: Instructors in the faith, providing doctrinal teaching (Ephesians 4:11).
James 3:1
“My brethren, be not many masters, knowing that we shall receive the greater condemnation.”
King James Version (KJV)
Bishops: Overseers or elders, responsible for supervising the church (1 Timothy 3:1).
Deacons: Servants or ministers who assist in various church functions (1 Timothy 3:8).
Elders: Senior leaders in the church, often synonymous with bishops (1 Peter 5:1).
The KJV Bible provides clear guidelines for choosing elders, primarily found in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1:5-9.
1 Timothy 3:1-7
Blameless: Above reproach in conduct
Husband of One Wife: Faithful in marriage
Vigilant: Watchful and alert
Sober: Self-controlled
Of Good Behavior: Respectable
Given to Hospitality: Welcoming to others
Apt to Teach: Able to instruct in sound doctrine
Not Given to Wine: Not a drunkard
No Striker: Not violent
Not Greedy of Filthy Lucre: Not pursuing dishonest gain
Patient: Gentle and patient
Not a Brawler: Peaceful
Not Covetous: Free from the love of money
One that Ruleth Well His Own House: Manages his household well
Not a Novice: Not a new convert
Good Report of Them Which Are Without: Reputable among outsiders
Titus 1:5-9
Blameless: Above reproach
Husband of One Wife: Faithful in marriage
Faithful Children: Children who believe and are not wild or disobedient
Not Self-Willed: Not arrogant
Not Soon Angry: Not quick-tempered
Not Given to Wine: Not a drunkard
No Striker: Not violent
Not Given to Filthy Lucre: Not greedy for gain
A Lover of Hospitality: Welcoming to others
A Lover of Good Men: Loving what is good
Sober, Just, Holy, Temperate: Self-controlled, upright, devout
Holding Fast the Faithful Word: Committed to sound doctrine
These qualifications ensure that elders are exemplary in character and capable of leading the church effectively
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