1 Thessalonians 2:1–12 | Ordinary Gospel Ministry

About this episode

This episode discusses the characteristics of a faithful gospel minister as outlined by Paul in 1 Thessalonians 2:1–12.

Main Point. God uses faithful gospel ministry to build his church. Driving Question. So what does a faithful gospel ministry look like? Paul gives three vivid pictures of faithful gospel the minister. 1. The Courageous Steward (1–6) Two Tests of Gospel Stewardship: A. Speaking to please God, not man (vv.4–5). B. Seeking God’s glory, not yours (v.6). 2. The Caring Mother (7–8) 3. The Consistent Father (9–12) Takeaways. (Ordinary Gospel minister must): Accept Conflict (v.2). Live Sacrificially (vv.5–8). Proclaim Christ Clearly (vv.4, 9).

People in this episode

Host: First Irving

Topics covered

• gospel ministry
• church building
• faithfulness
• Christian teaching
• sacrifice
• conflict

Keywords

• gospel ministry
• faithful
• church
• sacrifice
• conflict
• Paul
• 1 Thessalonians

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: 1 Thessalonians

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