God is the one who calls office bearers. How do we know this? Based on Article 31 of the Belgic Confession, this article explains the calling and election to office, duration of the term of office bearers, equality among office bearers, and the supreme authority of Christ as the Head of the church.

Christ governs His church through the office bearers. How do we know this? Based on Article 30 of the Belgic Confession, this article explains different approaches to church government, the role of elders, and differences between the elders and deacons. It also explains the danger of hierarchy and independentism.