Holy Joys Podcast

Recovering the Biblical Office of Deacon

Johnathan Arnold

Johnathan Arnold and Dr. David Fry discuss the biblical office of deacon (aka the diaconate). Key topics/passages include:

  • 1 Timothy 3:8–13
  • Acts 6:1–6
  • Philippians 1:1
  • Romans 16:1
  • Female deacons (deaconesses)
  • Deacons in the apostolic fathers and early church tradition
  • Deacons in the Reformers and early Methodism
  • Ordination
  • Deacons in relationship to Elders
  • Tips for implementation

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