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In this episode, we continue our verse-by-verse teaching through 1 Timothy 3:8–9, turning our focus to deacons — who they are, what they do, and why their role matters in the life of the church.
We explain what Scripture teaches about the office of deacon, how it differs from pastors/overseers, and why the qualifications for deacons are intentionally less severe, yet still serious and meaningful.
In this episode, we discuss:
What a deacon is and their biblical role in the church
How deacons serve differently than pastors and elders
Why the qualifications for deacons are distinct from pastoral qualifications
The meaning behind “not given to wine” vs. “not given to much wine”
Why character still matters deeply, even in non-teaching leadership roles
This episode is especially helpful for:
Churches establishing or evaluating deacons
Deacons and those aspiring to serve
Pastors and church leaders seeking biblical clarity
Believers wanting to understand church structure from Scripture
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02/06/2026