On Deacons, Part 1: Identifying the Right Deacons

Show Notes

Who should serve as a deacon in the local church?

In part one of this three-part series on deacons, Mark Clifton, Mark Hallock, and Dan Hurst explore the biblical qualifications for deacons and why healthy deacon ministry is essential for church revitalization. Looking to Acts 6 and 1 Timothy 3, they discuss how churches can identify faithful servant leaders who strengthen church unity, support pastors, and care well for the congregation.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

Why the biblical role of deacons matters for a healthy church
What Scripture teaches about deacon qualifications in Scripture
Why spiritual maturity matters more than popularity or influence
How to recognize potential deacons who are already serving faithfully
How healthy deacons contribute to church revitalization and long-term church health

Published June 18, 2026

On Deacons, Part 1: Identifying the Right Deacons

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