BOOTS ON THE GROUND:
The Calling of Elders – Part 6

FEED THE FLOCK

(Acts 20:17-27)

I. THE CALL OF AN ELDER – FEED THE FLOCK
A. THE MINDSET
1. ______________________ (v. 19).

2. ______________________ (v. 19).

3. _____________________ (v. 20, 27).

B. THE MARCHING ORDERS
1. Bold ___________________________ (vv. 20, 27).

Important Facets:
• Unflinching, ___________________________, and __________________________.

• A point in time ____________________________.

• ____________________.

• ___________________________.

2. Faithful ________________________ (v. 20).

3. _____________________________ (v. 21).

The Character of Elders
Part 6

(Acts 20:17-27)

Discussion Questions

1. Why is the church in America so starved for the truth?

2. Where are some of the sheep satisfied to drink from polluted streams?

3. What kinds of things are distracting the sheep from the pure milk of God’s Word?

4. Discuss the mindset of a qualified elder. What three qualities emerge in Acts 20:19-20? How can you actively build these qualities into your life?

5. What are the marching orders for elders in Acts 20:17-27? Why are these marching orders so important?

6. How can you apply the truth of this message to your heart this week? What practical steps can you take today?