It is not enough merely to have an eldership; the eldership must be actively functioning, competent, and spiritually alive. Biblical Eldership by Alexander Strauch was written to address this need.

With over 200,000 copies in print, this comprehensive look at the role and function of elders brings all the advantages of shared leadership into focus. This book explores the essential work of elders, their qualifications, their relationships with each other, and each of the biblical passages related to eldership. This full-length, expository book defines biblical eldership accurately, practically, and according to Scripture. The book is written for those seeking a clear understanding of the mandate for biblical eldership.

Biblical Eldership has been translated into more than 30 languages. It is widely used as a tool for training, equipping and mentoring elders. It is especially effective when used in concert with related materials such as the Study Guide and Mentor’s Guide.

About the Author

For over forty years Alexander Strauch served as an elder at Littleton Bible Chapel near Denver, Colorado. Additionally, he has taught philosophy and New Testament literature at Colorado Christian University. A gifted Bible teacher and speaker, Mr. Strauch has taught in more than 30 countries and has helped thousands of churches worldwide through his expository writing ministry. Currently, Mr. Strauch and his wife, Marilyn, reside in Littleton, Colorado, near their four adult daughters.

Endorsement

As an Elder in a Bible believing church, I was shocked to find that our general way of doing business was in direct contradiction to the clear words of scripture. Questions of church structure are difficult because they are not consolidated into one verse or chapter. Some in our church suggested that there was no specific correct church structure given in the Bible. Others suggested that only traditional Pastors were qualified to lead a growing vibrant church. This book brings together every passage related to church leadership. It is a tremendous reference tool for analysing these various positions. Perhaps most importantly, it is written first as an examination of the Biblical text rather than an argument defending a denominational or traditional bias.
Alexander Strauch makes the case again and again that a plurality of Elders is the only biblical structure for the church. There is solid exegesis of difficult passages. This weighty work distills the Biblical truth and clearly highlights the Biblical case for a group of Elders as God's plan for governing the local church. - john@migmar.com