In an effort to show the Corinthians how his ministry as an apostle was without offense or blame, Paul described his ministry. This lesson specifically considers the paradoxes of the apostolic ministry in 2 Corinthians 6:8-10. Ppt: Paradoxes of the Ministry Outline: Paradoxes of the Ministry Download: mp3
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This two part lesson considers the words of exhortation given by Paul to the Thessalonians in 1 Thessalonians 5:12-22. Included are instructions concerning proper conduct between elders and the flock among them, as well as members one to another, and to God. Ppt: Exhortations to Proper Conduct in the Church Outline: Exhortations to Proper Conduct …
Continue reading Sermon: Exhortations to Proper Conduct in the Church“Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice!” (Philippians 4:4) Christians are supposed to be a joyous people. Because the blessings in the Lord, and the Lord Himself, are unchanged by outer circumstances, we can always rejoice in those things. The apostle Paul is a prime example. In his letter to the Philippians, …
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The apostle Paul began his letter to the saints in Colosse by mentioning his avid intercession on their behalf (cf. 1:3). Before detailing the prayer, he explained the reason he prayed for them (cf. 1:4-8). Having heard of their faithfulness in Christ after the preaching of the word by Epaphras, he continually thanked God, and …
Continue reading A Prayer On Behalf of the ColossiansGod never promised an easy life for Christians. The path toward which God directs Christians is narrow and difficult (cf. Matthew 7:13-14). He has not been silent, nor unclear about the subject of hardships in the life of a disciple. Following Christ demands self-denial, and sacrifice (cf. Matthew 16:24-27; Romans 12:1). Along the way there …
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