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Paul was an Apostle of Jesus Christ.
Admin OptionsFeature Edit Discussion Close Discussion Add Tags Cancel Delete Discussion Intro: 1. In July of 1863 President Lincoln and members of his cabinet had gathered awaiting the outcome of an important battle near Gettysburg Pennsylvania. A messenger came running with a telegraph, it ...read more
Scripture: Ephesians 1:1
Denomination: Baptist
Paul’s manner and method of ministry at Thessalonica
I Thessalonians 21-9 Apparently most lawyers/barristers will recommend that you do not begin legal proceedings in a libel case. Libel cases are apparently very difficult to win and in the end the only winners are the legal professions. George Carmen, who died recently, was one of the greatest ...read more
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-9
Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican
In his personal examination of the seven churches named in Revelation 2–3, the Lord Jesus measured them far differently than they measured themselves. The church that thought it was poor, He considered to be rich; and the church that boasted of its wealth, He declared to be poor.
December 17, 2014 Tom Lowe The Second Epistle of Paul to the Corinthians IV. Authority of Paul’s Ministry. (10:1–13:10). A. The Defense of the Apostle. (10:1–18). Lesson IV.A.3:By Divine Commendation. (10:12-18). 2nd ...read more
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:12-18
In this brief greeting to the Galatians Paul summarizes his authority and his gospel.
Scripture Throughout human history, every person at some time or another has wrestled with the basic question of the human heart: “How can I find true happiness? How can I obtain peace, tranquility, and freedom from fear?” Many solutions have been suggested. These include religion, rigorous ...read more
Scripture: Galatians 1:1-5
Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed
DEMONSTRATION OF HIS AUTHORITY IN LIGHT OF HIS UPCOMING VISIT 1.
DEMONSTRATION OF HIS AUTHORITY IN LIGHT OF HIS UPCOMING VISIT 1. Promise not to be burdensome (12:14-18) 2. Concern for their spiritual maturity (12:19-21) 3. Exercise of God-given authority (13:1-10) CLOSE AND BENEDICTION (13:11-14) ...read more
Denomination: Independent/Bible
As we examine the credentials of Paul for ministry, we notice that in order to be credentialed for ministry we need to have the right master, a specific office, and a clear purpose.
Scripture Shortly after I graduated from High School I went in to the South African Air Force. After basic training I was sent to Pietersburg Air Force Base, which is in northern South Africa, not too far from the border of Zimbabwe. One night I found myself alone in the middle of the veld, ...read more
Scripture: Romans 1:1
Jesus’ words and works demonstrate that he has God’s authority to speak and to act, the same as -- and greater than -- the Old Testament Prophets and Kings.
Psalm 111, Deuteronomy 18:15-20, 1 Corinthians 8:1b-13, Mark 1:21-28 Speaking with Authority Today’s Gospel lesson shows us a remarkable fulfillment of a prophecy contained in the lesson appointed for today from the Old Testament. Mark does not directly link the two passages, but it is virtually ...read more
Scripture: Mark 1:21-28
When Paul stopped at Miletus he gives us his perspective on his ministry.
A Study of the Book of Acts Sermon # 35 Paul’s Perspective on Ministry Acts 20: 17-38 Acts 20:17 (NKJV) “From Miletus he sent to Ephesus and called for the elders of the church.” Paul stopped at Miletus on his way to Jerusalem and ...read more
Scripture: Acts 20:17-38
In Titus 2:15 the Apostle Paul shows the Preacher’s Authority through 1) The Authority of the Word (Titus 2:15a), 2) The Authority to Exhort (Titus 2:15b) and 3) The Authority to Rebuke (Titus 2:15c).
When I grew up in Toronto, I attended the Catholic Church, went to Catholic schools and participated in Catholic service origination's. I sought to be faithful to what I thought God desired. I went to Church, was an alter boy, attended spiritual retreats and tried to be active in service projects. ...read more
Scripture: Titus 2:15
Denomination: Other
Paul addresses the challenge to his apostleship and authority.
PAUL – A MODEL PREACHER 1 Corinthians 2:1-5 INTRO: I can remember, as a young boy, going to the movies on Saturday to watch the westerns showing. Most of the time you could tell the good guys from the bad ...read more
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 2:1-5
This sermon explores Apostle Paul's ministry, emphasizing God's providence in guiding his journey and the importance of understanding and applying these lessons in our lives.
Good morning, dear brothers and sisters in Christ. Isn't it a blessing to be gathered here today, in this warm fellowship, ready to immerse ourselves in the Word of God? We are here, not by chance, but by divine appointment. We are here because God, in His infinite wisdom, has drawn us together for ...read more
Scripture: Romans 15:22-33
Topics: Paul's Vision
Christians have a long-standing tradition of being confused about church leadership and the identity of the Christian lay person. The Corinthian church experienced this problem even in the middle of the first century! Who are we?
[Note: this sermon was so long -- or my preaching of it -- that I was only to cover my first point in 1/2 hour] Paul on the Defense: 2 Corinthians Intro (2 Corinthians 1:1-2, textual) 1. Paul plants the church in Corinth (about 51 A.D.) 2. Paul writes I Corinthians (about 54 A.D.) 3. Timothy and ...read more
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 1:1
From this passage we will discover God’s blueprint for effective ministry modeled for us by the apostle Paul.
God’s Blueprint For Effective Ministry Paul’s Ministry Manual 1 Thessalonians 2:1-16 October 13, 2002 Introduction: (v. 1) Too many churches today are doing ministry their way instead of doing it God’s way. In fact so many of us have been doing ministry our way for so long that we don’t even ...read more
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-16
THE REALITY OF HIS AUTHORITY (10:1-18) 1.
THE REALITY OF HIS AUTHORITY (10:1-18) 1. His readiness (and reluctance) to exercise his authority (:1-6) Reply to the charge of cowardice 2. His powerful pesonal presence --consistent with his strong letters (:7-11) Reply to the charge of weakness 3. His legitimate sphere of authority ...read more
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:1-18
This sermon was the first one of a series on the book of Ephesians. It unpacks the first two verses. Specifically Paul's authority to write the letter, and the value of the specific recipients of the letter (i.e., who Paul would refer to as "Saints)."
Good morning. We are beginning a new series on the book of Ephesians called The Church in Christ and the Church in Culture. In case you are not familiar with the book of Ephesians, it is actually a letter that the apostle Paul wrote to the church that he founded in the ancient city of Ephesus. ...read more
Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-2
Denomination: Christian Church
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