Congregational Government
Under Christ the Head and by His Word, pastors lead and deacons serve, and the gathered congregation holds the final earthly decision on the matters He entrusted to the church, such as its members, its discipline, and its officers.
The lesson walks through the topic one card at a time. The full study is the complete written article, with its sources.
Show from Scripture why the final earthly decision in a church's weightiest matters rests with the congregation
Explain why congregational government depends on a regenerate membership
Explain how real pastoral leadership and congregational decision fit together
Describe rule by bishops and rule by elders fairly, and answer them from Scripture
Name the habits that help a congregation decide in a way that honors Christ