The most comprehensive current study in print of the role and function of elders in the New Testament church. Convincingly emphasizes the blessings and advantages of shared leadership and explains in detail the leading, feeding, caring and protecting labors of elders in ways that will instruct both those in training for, seeking the office, or who have been serving at it for many years.

Covers qualifications, relationships with each other, and most importantly, provides a thorough study of each relevant Biblical passage.