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Originally Posted by Jermyn Davidson
You said:
There most certainly is a respect worthy of those who especially labor in pastoring and feeding the flock.
However, respect does not mean an iron curtain, or that they become an Untouchable from accountability, feedback, criticism, etc. They are serving the flocking of God. Part of serving is listening.
I agree with this, 100%
You also said:
The elevated view of elders that teach/preach goes beyond the Scripture.
I disagree with this.
I referred to the office of the Pastor as a gift from God.
My emphasis on the office is an attempt to steer away from emphasizing on the person who holds that office.
The elevated view of elders that teach/preach is codified by scripture.
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Don't forget the evangelist, teacher, prophet and apostle
While I understand the use of "office," and use it myself, we should steer clear of the idea that they are "elected" to this office by the Holy Spirit, and exempt from accountability to the Body who can remove this person from serving in that capacity.
There
is an inflated view of pastoring ministers in Pentecostal circles. This isn't something new and unheard of. Most of this is why there are so many unbiblical practices and traditions. They rely on their "authority" to do these things.
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