V11 most likely points to a third group of leadership consisting of godly women. How do vv8-13 further emphasise Jesus’ servanthood aspects of these men and women who “wait on tables” (Acts 6:2)?
Although v3 applies specifically to deacons, why is it important for all Christians “to be full of the Spirit and wisdom” as well? How can these characteristics be formed and be grown in you?
What good and bad motives did Peter give for being in leadership? What qualities did he encourage to be cultivated? Why are these qualities and proper motivation important during persecution?
Why was Titus’ list of qualifications concentrated mostly on “being” and not on “doing”? Would you fit the criteria if you are interviewed by the church committee to take up leadership? Why and why not?
Given the struggle with false teachers (1:7), why is this list of qualifications for leadership given to Timothy? Why was a list of duties not given as well? What is distinctly Christian with these qualifications?
If God were to address ORPC today through this psalm, what would He more likely attack: ‘mindless ritualism’ or ‘lip service’? Why? What forms of empty religion would He rail against? What forms of hypocrisy?
