Paul is an example as an Apostle – as a Minister – and as a Christian
Review -- Trials Suffered for the Gospel 4b-5
A. Hardships in General Terms -- Tribulations, needs, distresses B. Specific Persecutions -- Stripes, imprisonments, tumults C. Voluntary Sufferings for the Gospel -- Labors, sleeplessness, fastings
I. Spiritual Qualities and Graces 6:6-7a
A. Pureness B. Knowledge C. Longsuffering D. Kindness E. The Holy Spirit F. Love Unfeigned G. The Word of Truth H. The Power of God I. Weapons of Righteousness
II. His Ministry from a Human Perspective Contrasted To the Reality of His Ministry “In Christ” 8--10
A. Honor & Dishonor B. Evil Report & Good Report (Slander & Praise) C. Deceivers yet True (counted as deceivers) D. Unknown yet Well Known E. As Dying & We Live F. As Chastened & not Killed G. Sorrowful yet always Rejoicing H. As Poor yet making many Rich I. Having Nothing & Possessing all Things
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Pastor Steve came to Christ at the age of 11. He graduated from Pacific Coast Baptist Bible College in 1979 with a B.A. in theology as the Valedictorian of his class. He joined our church in 1978, came on staff, full-time in 1980, was ordained as an Elder in 1982, and became...