The document discusses the roles of elders and deacons in the church based on scripture. It defines elders and deacons, with deacons taking on practical administrative duties like caring for the poor, while elders have the ability to teach. It also defines key terms like grace, peace, and joy, explaining that true joy and peace come from God's grace, not worldly possessions or performance, and accepting this allows one to be content with their state in life.

1. God’s Holy People,
Elders and Deacons
Philippians 1:1-2

9. The Philippian Jailer came
to know Christ (Acts16: 25-34)

30. One who executes the
commands of another especially
of a master, attendant or minister
– the servant of a king
(Enhanced Strong’s Lexicon)

31. One who, by virtue of the office
assigned to him by the church,
cares for the poor and has charge
of and distributes the money
collected for their use.

33. Deacons & Deaconness
Roles are practical in nature
related to administrative issues
without the required ability to
teach.

35. Grace is that which gives joy,
pleasure and delight.
(Enhanced Strong’s Lexicon)

37. Peace - the tranquil state of a
soul assured of its salvation
through Christ, and so fearing
nothing from God and content
with its earthly lot, no matter
what it is.
(Enhanced Strong’s Lexicon)

38. Does the happiness from
your possessions, position
or performance truly last?
Or deep down inside do you
long for more – much more?

39. Joy and peace are directly
connected to God’s Grace.
When you accept this truth then
you will experience peace with
your state in life.

40. By the grace of God
you are what you are.