I. We need elders who desire the work of caring for God’s church, v1. II. We need elders who manifest the grace of God in daily living, vv2-3. III. We need elders who are able to teach, v2. IV. We need elders who manage their own household well, vv4-5. V. We need elders who are mature in the faith, not new to it, v6. VI. We need elders who have a good reputation with those outside the church, v7