Case 49 · Presbytery Oversight · Presbytery

Financial Oversight Questions in a Church Plant

A growing church plant is using funds energetically, but reporting and approval channels have become uncertain as the work expands.

Discussion Questions

1

Which opening course best identifies the real oversight duty without either local neglect or broader-court overreach?

2

If action is warranted, which next course best strengthens the local work while preserving clear responsibility?

3

Which result most faithfully embodies presbytery oversight as ordered, supportive, and reviewable?

Scripture Cited

  • Luke 14:28
  • 2 Corinthians 8:20-21
  • 1 Peter 5:2

Constitutional Reference

Mission Oversight · Stewardship · Presbytery Care

If thy brother shall trespass against thee, go and tell him his fault between thee and him alone.

Matthew 18:15