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381 results for “Elders” — showing 321–340
- TopicFarewell Addressthem in His Father's house. Paul's farewell to the Ephesian elders, emphasizing the importance of shepherding the church and guarding against false teachings. Farewell
- TopicFatherly Advice in the Biblechildren. Promote the importance of listening to wise counsel from parents and elders. Foster an environment where discipline is viewed as an expression of love
- TopicFeed My Sheepsheep, setting a precedent for the responsibility of leaders. Peter encourages elders to shepherd the flock willingly and eagerly, reflecting the call to feed and care
- TopicFlocklife for the sheep and knows them by name. Peter encourages elders to shepherd the flock of God willingly and eagerly, highlighting the responsibility of leaders
- TopicGenerational Instructiontransmission of faith and values was primarily the responsibility of parents and elders. This context underscores the significance of generational instruction in maintaining the covenant community
- TopicGod's Thronethrone in heaven, where worship is offered by the twenty-four elders and living creatures, highlighting God's eternal reign. Encouragement to approach the throne
- TopicGood Namethan fine perfume, highlighting the lasting value of one's reputation. An elder must have a good reputation with outsiders, emphasizing the importance of integrity
- TopicGuardianshipoften linked to family structures and community responsibilities. The roles of parents, elders, and community leaders were crucial in ensuring the moral and spiritual upbringing
- TopicHarpwith various instruments, including the harp, highlighting its role in worship. The elders in heaven are depicted with harps, symbolizing worship and the offering of prayers
- TopicHealersickness and disease. Instructions for the church on calling for the elders to pray over the sick, emphasizing the power of prayer in healing. Prophetic reference
- TopicHeavenly Thronethrone in heaven, where God is worshiped by the twenty-four elders and living creatures, highlighting the majesty and glory of God. The Lord has established
- TopicHonorJesus on humility and service. Cultivate a habit of honoring parents and elders in our lives. Practice honoring others in our speech and actions, fostering
- TopicHuman Counselmaking, reflecting the communal nature of society where counsel was sought from elders and wise individuals. Seek godly counsel in personal and communal decisions. Value
- TopicHumble Leadershipattitude of humility. Peter instructs the younger to submit to the elders and all to clothe themselves with humility, promising that God will exalt the humble
- TopicIncenseidea that prayers rise to God as a pleasing aroma. The elders present golden bowls full of incense, which are the prayers of the saints, highlighting
- TopicIntegrity in Leadershiphaving a good reputation. Paul instructs Titus on the qualities of elders, highlighting the necessity of integrity and sound doctrine. Throughout the Bible, leaders such
- TopicIntergenerational Relationships in the Biblegenerations. In ancient Israel, family and community were central to life, with elders respected for their wisdom and younger generations expected to learn from them. This
- TopicJeremiah 19Jeremiah to buy a potter's earthen flask and to gather the elders and priests to hear the message of judgment against the people of Judah
- TopicJewish Councilcouncil's political and religious motivations. The Sanhedrin was composed of elders, priests, and scribes, serving as a governing body in Jerusalem. It was instrumental
- TopicLaying on of Handsthis practice in recognizing and affirming spiritual gifts. James instructs the elders to pray over the sick and anoint them with oil, which may include