Dickson and his wisdom about how to approach the Eldership was refreshingly simple and completely appropriate for our times. Its hard to believe this was written around 150years ago. My only disappointment was that I read the book so quickly...its over

This book does not provide a biblical defense of the office of elders nor does it necessarily even outline their duties directly. It provides more of a practical view, even more a personal...this is what the eldership looked like in the life of David Dickson. I found it to be very encouraging and packed with practical application for modern day elders. Worth the read.