WEEK 4 | READY LEADERSHIP FORMATION
Fight Ready: A Study in 1 Timothy | Pastor Craig Turnbull
In this week’s message from 1 Timothy 3:1–16, Pastor Craig explores God’s perfect design for church leadership. Paul’s letter to Timothy lays out two distinct roles—elders who lead like Christ and deacons who serve like Christ. These roles are not about status or skill but about godly character and humble obedience to God’s Word.
Through this passage, we learn that the church is called to be a pillar and foundation of truth, standing firm against compromise by raising up leaders who reflect Jesus in how they lead, teach, and serve.
Key Takeaways:
God’s design for leadership is rooted in character and submission to His will.
Elders shepherd the church through teaching, prayer, and spiritual oversight.
Deacons meet practical needs, protect unity, and release pastors to pastor.
The church must pray for, encourage, and follow its leaders as they follow Christ.
Healthy leadership strengthens the whole body and magnifies the gospel.
Related Scriptures:
1 Timothy 3:1–16Acts 6:1–7Titus 1:5–9Hebrews 13:7, 17
This message reminds us that when leaders lead like Christ and the church follows with humility and grace, the truth of Jesus shines through the world.
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