The Book of 1 Timothy gives us insight into how the church cares for the vulnerable, makes a difference in a dark world, the way and posture in which we defend doctrine, and other guidance that Paul gave Timothy in this letter to a young leader of the church in Ephesus. As we study this letter of Paul to Timothy this summer, it will help us see how to live as the church in a dark world, what it means to be the church, and how to stay healthy as a church and believers one of another. Week Seven Pastor Brannon walks us through 1 Timothy 3:8-16 where Paul sets out the guidelines and qualifications for deacons, those who care for the most vulnerable members of a church in their most vulnerable moments. The power of the church is tied to the person of Jesus.