Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.
And he gave some, apostles; and some, prophets; and some, evangelists; and some, pastors and teachers;
for the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ:
Remember them which have the rule over you, who have spoken unto you the word of God: whose faith follow, considering the end of their conversation.
Obey them that have the rule over you, and submit yourselves: for they watch for your souls, as they that must give account, that they may do it with joy, and not with grief: for that is unprofitable for you.
Let the elders that rule well be counted worthy of double honour, especially they who labour in the word and doctrine.
and I will give you pastors according to mine heart, which shall feed you with knowledge and understanding.
And we beseech you, brethren, to know them which labour among you, and are over you in the Lord, and admonish you;
and to esteem them very highly in love for their work's sake. And be at peace among yourselves.