Hebrews 13:17 I Andrew Murch I Church Membership

I. Christians identify locally and obey Godly authority. (13a, d)

A. True Christianity plays out in local church community.

B. Submission to authority is a Christian’s responsibility.

II. Church leaders will account for the souls in their care. (13b, c)

A. Leaders face accountability, so they need clarity.

B. Ideally, leaders can shoulder their responsibility joyfully.

Christians are to submit to leaders who answer to God.