God has given us a special gift in Paul’s farewell message to the Ephesian elders. Paul’s message, recorded by Luke two thousand years ago, is as urgently needed today as when it was first delivered.

There is really nothing else in the New Testament comparable to this passage. It is the only place in the New Testament in which Paul directly speaks to the church’s elders, giving them their final marching orders. As Paul’s parting message, it has special importance and requires our full attention.

Paul’s farewell speech demonstrates his high view of the church’s elders, and he highlights their indispensable role of protecting God’s flock from wolves. Any church elder who does not know the content of Paul’s message to the Ephesian elders is ill-equipped to lead and protect God’s people. Indeed, every new generation of church leaders needs to discover afresh Paul’s instructions to the Ephesian elders.

Although the passage is directed to the elders, what is stated is relevant for all Christians serving the Lord in any capacity. Join Biblical Eldership Resources on March 26, 2022 for this four-part one day simulcast conference.