Main Point: For its good, the church must honor, hold accountable, and appoint elders with discernment. 1. For our good, consider the elder’s honor (v.17-18)2. For our good, hold the elder accountable. (v.19-21)3. For our good, appoint the elder with discernment. (v.22-25)Takeaways:For the Pastor:· Remember Christ is the head of the church, not us.· Pursue faithfulness, not praise, in your leading out and in your ministry of the Word.For the Church· Be on guard against the sin of partiality, honor where honor is due and rebuke when sin is persistent.· Pray for new elders that we can ordain, not hastily, but with wisdom, discernment, and confidence.