
The Commons Church - East Lansing 1 Timothy 5:17 - 6:2 | Honoring Leadership
Nov 9, 2025
Explore the argument that elders deserve double honor, both reverent and financial, as grounded in Scripture. Delve into Paul’s teachings justifying financial support for pastors and the importance of protecting leaders from baseless accusations. Discuss the significance of addressing pastoral abuse while navigating cancel culture. Discover practical advice on confronting sin in leadership and the call for patience in appointing elders. Ultimately, the message encourages treating one another as brothers in Christ and supporting the church through service and giving.
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College Ministry Growth Story
- Jon Benz describes Salt Company growing from ~50 students in a ballroom to two services in six years.
- He credits connection groups and student leaders for the spiritual transformation happening on campus.
Elders Deserve Double Honor
- Paul commands that elders who rule well deserve double honor, meaning both reverence and material support.
- Jon Benz emphasizes this combines respect and financial provision for sacrificial pastoral labor.
Scriptural Basis For Pastoral Provision
- Paul cites Deuteronomy and Jesus to argue ministers deserve wages like any other laborer.
- Jon Benz highlights that Scripture, not pastoral preference, grounds the church's responsibility to provide for pastors.












