20 As for those who persist in sin, rebuke them in the presence of all, so that the rest may stand in fear. 21 In the presence of God and of Christ Jesus and of the elect angels I charge you to keep these rules without prejudging, doing nothing from partiality. 22 Do not be hasty in the laying on of hands, nor take part in the sins of others; keep yourself pure. 23 No longer drink only water, but use a little wine for the sake of your stomach and your frequent ailments. 24 The sins of some people are conspicuous, going before them to judgment, but the sins of others appear later. 25 So also good works are conspicuous, and even those that are not cannot remain hidden.   1 Timothy 5:20-25

Central Idea: Healthy churches correct sinful elders with sober transparency and appoint future elders with patient discernment.

I. Who Should We Pay? (vv. 17-18)

II. How Should We Discipline? – Part 1:

Protecting Elders Against False Accusations (v. 19)

III. How Should We Discipline? – Part 2:

When Elders Are Actually Guilty (vv. 20-21)

IV. When Should We Appoint (vv. 22-245)