Elders must be aware of erroneous teaching that manifest itself in the church and confront it.
+ This side of heaven, error will constantly confront the Church
- From within and without
- The Apostles have given us clear warning

+There are various kinds of errors that manifest themselves in the Church - legalism seems to be the most common
- Misinterpretation of the Bible (therefore, misapplication also)
- Denial of key biblical teachings (Sufficiency of Christ)
- Adding to the Bible (legalism)

+Such error must be dealt with directly and decisively for the sake of the purity of the Church and the Gospel of Christ
- The corporate purity of the Church (stewards of the Gospel of Christ) is vitally important
- Personal restoration of the erring person(s) is also important