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). 

 Note: This is CRITICAL to understand in this dispensation of the Church of Philadelphia. There ARE NO APOSTLES today. Repeat: THERE ARE NO APOSTLES today.

The Apostolic Age ended with the last disciple of Jesus Christ - John's death.  

IF you hear someone say they are an Apostle - RUN!  You're dealing with a NAR agent.* But before running away from them, REBUKE THEM SHARPLY to the face.

* agent: (n) one who acts, performs and sets in motion the "works of signs and wonders" given to the early church. 

To encapsulate the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR) apostasy and related studies please read:













Prophets: Those who speak God’s messages (Ephesians 4:11).

Note: Thee spirit of prophecy is the only gift functioning in this church age. However, it is often abused and always abused in the Church of Laodicea.  Please see related study links:


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Evangelists: Preachers of the gospel, spreading the Good News (Ephesians 4:11).


Note: Most do NOT know the Gospel but use the word freely.

















Pastors: Shepherds of the congregation, overseeing and guiding the flock (Ephesians 4:11).

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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).

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Deacons: Servants or ministers who assist in various church functions (1 Timothy 3:8).

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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. 

Here are the key qualifications:

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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