Why Elders?: A Biblical and Practical Guide for Church Members

Why Elders? A Biblical and Practical Guide for Church Members is a straightforward and readable guide concerning the bibical role of elders and deacons. Each of the four major chapters answers the question as to why elders are crucial in the church today. The elder model of church leadership is important because (1) it is the pattern of the New Testament Church; (2) it provides help and accountablity for a pastor; (3) it produces a healthier church; and (4) it promotes the biblical role of deacons.

Benjamin L. Merkle is Professor of New Testament and Greek at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary and is the author of 40 Questions About Elders and Deacons. He has also writtennumerous articles which have appeared in journals such as JETS, Westminster Theological Journal, Bibliotheca Sacra, and Trinity Journal. He earned his Ph.D. from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, where he wrote his dissertation on elders and overseers.