In our study together last week, Paul had just arrived in Ephesus on his third missionary endeavor. As was his custom, Paul began teaching and preaching Jesus of Nazareth as the promised Messiah in the synagogue there in Ephesus. In our study today, we’re going to take some time to note the impact that Paul…
The purpose of this lesson is to help us see how seeking to understand the mind of Christ can bring unity among God’s people.
A Study of John 13:1-20 Matthew 20:25-28 25 But Jesus called them to him and said, “You know that the rulers of the Gentiles lord it over them, and their great ones exercise authority over them. 26 It shall not be so among you. But whoever would be great among you must be your servant, 27 and whoever…
Our tendency will be to always return to what we know even if the known is less than ideal.
Freedom embraced is Freedom lived.
Mary or Martha: Which Will You Be? Luke 10:38-42 38 Now as they went on their way, Jesus entered a village. And a woman named Martha welcomed him into her house. 39 And she had a sister called Mary, who sat at the Lord’s feet and listened to his teaching. 40 But Martha was distracted with much serving.…
Sharing the good news to all. Showing others the love of God.
Why was it important for Paul to defend his ministry while in Thessalonica?
What did Paul do that convinced the Thessalonians that he was the real thing, not some con artist?
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True greatness affects others. Serving others…
Creates thankfulness
Blesses the person served
Encourages others
Opens them to Christ
Glorifies God to unbelievers
Honors God
Encourages yourself
2 Corinthians 4:7 (NLT)
We now have this light shining in our hearts, but we ourselves are like fragile clay jars containing this great treasure. This makes it clear that our great power is from God, not from ourselves.
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Sermon – Growing the Church through the Spirit
Living According to Christ’s Standard, Serving According to Giftedness, Growing the Individual to Grow the Church
What excuses are you making for not living your life ‘all-in’ for Jesus Christ?
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