Elder Nomination Form

Elder Nomination Form

Please take time to read 1 Timothy 3:1-11 and Titus 1:5-9, which describe the qualifications of Elders, before completing the form. The nomination should be submitted after securing the permission of the person you are nominating.
Your Name (must be a member of Ridgecrest Baptist Church*

First NameLast Name
Nominee's Name (must be a member of Ridgecrest Baptist Church*

First NameLast Name
Elder Qualifications

PLEASE ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS. If clarification or comments are needed to help explain your choices, please use the space provided at the bottom of this form. If you do not know if the nominee is qualified in an area, mark the DON'T KNOW option. This is an acceptable answer and will not be held against the nominee. PLEASE REMEMBER THIS FORM IS TO BE COMPLETED AFTER SECURING THE PERMISSION OF THE PERSON YOU ARE NOMINATING.
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In his spiritual life...*

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Is the nominee saved and not a recent convert?
Do you consider him spiritually mature, able to make wise, biblically sound decisions?
Is he a disciple-maker?
Is he a man of prayer?
Does he love God’s Word, evidenced in his commitment to read, study, and memorize it?
Is he a man known for sound scriptural doctrine, able to encourage those who don’t understand, and to refute those who oppose it?
Is he a man who holds firmly to biblical truth with clear conscience, no matter what the cost to him personally?
Is he able to teach?
Is he gracious?

In his personal life...*

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Do you know him to be self-controlled, wise, peaceable, and gentle?
Is he generous and sacrificial with his money, not focused on the acquisition of wealth, and does he obtain all his money in an honest and straightforward manner?
Is he humble, patient, honest, and disciplined?
Is he above reproach, having nothing in his moral conduct that can be attacked?

In his family life...*

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Does he manage his family well, assuming his responsibility as a spiritual leader?
If he is single, is he self-controlled sexually?
If he is married, is he completely committed to his wife?
Is his wife a believer?
Do his children respect and obey him, not being open to the charge of being wild and disobedient?
Are his children believers?
Will other men want to imitate the way he leads his family?

In his social life...*

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Is he kind and hospitable to others?
Is he a friend to strangers?
Does he show favoritism in his relationships with others?
Does he have a blameless reputation?

Overall...*

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Do you believe this brother is committed to Ridgecrest’s vision to grow Christ-followers who serve him faithfully and go proclaiming the Gospel?
Do you believe he is supportive of Ridgecrest’s leadership and approach to ministry?
Do you believe he would uphold the Constitution and Bylaws of Ridgecrest Baptist Church in their entirety?
Do you believe this is a man that the people of Ridgecrest Baptist Church will want to imitate?
Can you recommend that he be considered for Elder without any reservations?

Elder Responsibilities

Please include comments below to explain and support your nomination.
Evidence of his ability to provide spiritual leadership within the church…*

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Evidence of his ability to shepherd and care for members of the church…*

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Evidence of his ability to teach the Word and ensure sound doctrine within the church…*

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Evidence of his ability to model the character of Christ both inside and outside the church…*

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Questions or Comments

If clarification or comments are needed to help explain your choices, please use the space provided below.
E-Signature

By entering your name below and submitting this form, you are indicating an authorized signature.
Your Name*

First NameLast Name
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Elder Qualifications