Biblical Eldership
Restoring the Eldership to Its Rightful Place in the Local Church

I cannot say enough about Biblical Eldership by Alexander Strauch. The subtitle is an appropriate description of this book – An Urgent Call to Restore Biblical Church Leadership. Helpful in so many ways, Strauch sets forth the definition of a leader, defends his position theologically and exegetical......more

Strauch is a gifted teacher and writer - I appreciate his clear and comprehensive look into what the Bible has to say about eldership/plurality of elders. This book is also full of convicting exhortations to greater growth in godliness.......more

An excellent basic overview of the officer of elder. The strength of the book is the exegesis of various passages, such as I Timothy 3, 5 and Titus 1 on the office of elder. I also appreciated his sections on Acts 15, James 5:13-18 and Hebrews 13:17. I did not necessarily agree with all his conclusi......more

A good textbook on biblical eldership A well structured textbook which flows well and clearly considers the entire council of Scripture. Strauch effectively argues against opposing views, often citing other scholars. Though this isn't a light read, it is approachable for most. This book is comprehensi......more

4.4 Stars "Biblical Eldership" by Alexander Strauch is an excellent book about Biblical eldership. Strauch's book is a compelling commendation and defense of a plurality-eldership type of church polity. As well, Strauch argues for elders to be Biblically qualified and men of character. Overall this b......more