Imperfect people, especially Elders...

1. Can't disconnect life from doctrine (1 Timothy 1:5-7; 1 Timothy 1:18-20).

2. Can't disconnect Gospel from law (1 Timothy 1:8-11).

3. Can't disconnect mercy from glory (1 Timothy 1:12-17). 

The cross illustrations below are from Bob Thune's book: "The Gospel Centered Life"