There are horror stories about the ways churches treat their pastors. From low pay (or no pay) to false accusations to general mistrust. There are also horror stories about the ways pastors have sinned against people in their churches. From abuse of power to laziness to false teaching. In 1 Timothy 5:17-25 the Apostle Paul gives instruction that is balanced and fair on how the pastor/church relationship should exist. Pastors are a part of the family. There are family rules about how they should be treated and how they should be accountable to the church.
We continue in this section on family life in the body of Christ. It is just as applicable today as it was in the Ephesian church in the first century. Let’s gather together in worship this week to grow in Jesus together!
“Let the elders who rule well be considered worthy of double honor, especially those who labor in preaching and teaching.” - I Timothy 5:17
- Pastor Curt
Please take note of ways to gather for Sunday Service at The Rock:
1) We are meeting at Manhattan Beach Pre-School for our Sunday Service at 4:30 pm.
2) We will also be live on Facebook Live. CLICK HERE at 4:30 Sunday afternoon.
3) Finally we will provide a video link to the sermon on our website.
Theological Word of The Week:
goodness
The doctrine that God is the final standard of good, and that all that God is and does is worthy of approval.
Wayne Grudem, Systematic Theology
Upcoming Events
Children's Ministry
Children can join Cameron every Sunday for Bible time during the service. They will go through the Bible story by story.
Sermon Topic - March 23
I Timothy: Access to the apostle
I Timothy 5:17-25
”Fairness and accountability”