The Rise of the Papacy
This article explains how the Roman Catholic Church came to have the papacy as its system of church government.
Is Luke an Exponent of "Early Protestantism"? Church Order in the Lukan Writings
How does Luke represent Christian leadership in the early church? Giles finds it inappropriate to regard the ecclesiology of Luke as "early catholic." He emphasizes that those would lead in the Christian community are not rulers but servants.
The Role of the Church and Its Place in Our Thinking: The Role of Office Bearers in Our Thinking
Do you know the saying, "The family is the basic unit of society"? This article is not in agreement. The author argues that the church is the basis of society. It challenges us to think right about the church and office bearers and their work.
Thus Sayeth the Pastor: The Nature and Limits of Pastoral Authority
How would you describe the nature of the pastor's authority? This article shows that authority in the church is a delegated authority, limited by the Word of God, Christ-like in its demeanour, honouring to the freedoms of the Christian, and concerned with obedience to God and not the pastor.
Leadership as Stewardship (Part One)
Convictional Christian leadership is defined by one's faith. And so if one's beliefs about God are not true, everything else will be warped by that false knowledge—and this is a huge problem in our culture when it then comes to leadership. A proper understanding of the sovereignty of God will help one see that Christian leadership is an act of stewardship.
The Service of Leading
Using an example from the world of music, this author illustrates the kind of commitment and humility that is required in leaders. These qualities are required in pastors as leaders of the church, and fit with Ephesians 4:15-16.
Servant Leadership
What does it mean to be a leader? This article calls for servant leadership which follows in Christ's footsteps, rather than management.
The Office in the Light of Christ’s Return
What does the office in the church have to do with the return of Christ? This article discusses this question and the task of officebearers in shepherding the flock of Christ.
Identifying False Teachers: A Biblical Checklist for Identifying False Teachers in the Church
Is sound doctrine important for the church? Christians have the obligation to discern and identify false teachers. This article shows that false teachers can be identified by their practice, doctrine and character.
The Heart of Presbyterianism: Christ's Saving Rule
God rules over us and leads us through this life by his Word and Spirit. Out of grace, He empowers individuals with his Word and Spirit to serve as officebearers in the church.