Thesis: We need to approach ministry with our eyes wide open
1. Recognize Where God Has You Now (v.6) * Every Christian is gifted for some ministry at every moment * Life and death is executed for the glory of God * For the Christian, death is gaining Christ
2. Remember How God Has Used You (v.7) a. Wrestling - agonizing against sin b. Running the Course - life course designed by God, we are to live it faithfully c. Guarding the Trust - proclaim, follow, pass on the truths of scripture
3. Relish in the Future Reward (v.8) * "Great" reward - beyond our imagination
CONCLUSION: Live life in light of the day to come and the appearing of Christ - letting that knowledge and expectation mold us to work harder, sacrifice more and persevere longer. Be satisfied with Christ and don't be distracted or burdened by worldly encumberances. Seek to have an honorable discharge from earthly service.
Featuring a sermon puts it on the front page of the site and is the most effective way to bring this sermon to the attention of thousands including all mobile platforms + newsletter.
Text-Featuring a sermon is a less expensive way to bring this sermon to the attention of thousands on the right bar with optional newsletter inclusion. As low as $30/day.
