Kootenai Church Sunday School

Dave Rich discusses the sixth commandment, focusing on the prohibition of murder and its application to various ethical questions. He begins by defining the commandment and then applies biblical teachings about life and murder to issues like self-defense, capital punishment, abortion, imprisonment, war, euthanasia, suicide, reckless driving, and wearing seatbelts. Rich also explores the Hebrew origins of the commandment and the challenges of translating it in English. He explains that the prohibition includes unintentional killings, such as accidents, and provides examples from the Bible that support this interpretation. The lesson concludes with a discussion on the broader application of the sixth commandment, emphasizing the respect for human life and the penalties for carelessness. He also mentions that the new covenant does not alter the understanding of these exceptions.

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Dave Rich delves into the duties of church members toward elders, focusing on the specific duty of submission. He also discusses the role of deacons, explaining that they are servants or ministers, not necessarily leaders. Rich examines the qualifications for deacons in 1 Timothy 3 and 1 Peter 5, highlighting the importance of male leadership. He argues that the biblical pattern for church leadership includes a group of elders who rule and a group of deacons who serve. Rich concludes by emphasizing the importance of following the biblical pattern for church government, including the role of elders and deacons, rather than creating new titles or roles that are not explicitly commanded in Scripture. He also provides a list of titles that include the word 'pastor' and suggests that these should be carefully considered in terms of biblical qualifications and roles.

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Dave Rich discusses the duties of elders within the Kootenai Community Church. He emphasizes the importance of protecting the church from false teaching and sin, teaching, leading, and caring for the flock. He outlines the responsibilities of church members towards their elders, including development and support, assessment and reassessment, honor and support, protection, reproof and discipline, and submission. Rich highlights the biblical qualifications for elders and the need for elders to be tested and supported within the congregation. He also stresses the importance of protecting elders from false accusations and dealing with sinning elders through public rebuke and removal. The session concludes with a call for church members to fulfill their duties and responsibilities towards their elders, emphasizing the need for submission and encouragement.

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Dave Rich continues his series on Christian ethics, focusing on the qualifications of elders in the local church. He discusses the qualifications of not being addicted to wine, not being pugnacious, being considerate and gentle, leading a household well, having a good reputation, being righteous, being holy, and being self-controlled. Rich emphasizes that these qualifications are not just suggestions but necessary for elders. He also mentions that some qualifications, like being a new convert, are not ethical obligations but qualifications. The lesson concludes with a reminder that these qualifications are necessary for elders and that if a man is not qualified, it is important to speak up. The session ends with a prayer, thanking God for his word and protecting his body, and asking for honor on Lord's Day in worship and in all who claim his name.

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In the fifth lesson of the Christian ethics series, Dave Rich discussed the biblical qualifications for elders in the local church, emphasizing the importance of a plurality of elders. He reviewed two passages, 1 Timothy 3 and Titus 1, which provide lists of qualifications for elders. Rich highlighted that elders must be above reproach, have a good reputation, be a one-woman man, be temperate, sensible, hospitable, and able to teach. He also explained that these qualifications serve as virtues for all Christians, not just elders, and are essential for maintaining the credibility and effectiveness of the church. The lesson concluded with a prayer for the church to uphold these qualifications and be vigilant in their selection of leaders.

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