The Church of God affirms the scriptural pattern of which two offices?

• A. Elders
• B. Pastors
• C. Bishops
• D. Deacons

Answer: (A)

Leading the church biblically means recognizing an orderly pattern of offices that govern and serve the congregation. In the Church of God, the scriptural pattern centers on the office of eldership as the primary leadership and oversight role, with deacons serving in practical, service-oriented duties alongside the elders. The term elder (rooted in the biblical label presbyteros) conveys a mature, trusted leader who guards doctrine, guides the flock, and provides pastoral oversight. Deacons form the complementary office, handling service and administration to support the church’s worship and ministry.

So, the emphasis on elders as the recognized leadership office makes this choice the best fit for reflecting how the Church of God structures its elder-led governance. The other titles—pastors, bishops, and deacons—do not capture the same leadership pattern in this tradition, with deacons part of the scriptural two-office pattern but not the primary leadership office highlighted here.