Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:14-22 Sermon notes II THE WORK OF THE OVERSEER. The duties of the elder are seen in a lengthy list of commands v14-22. The overseers of God’s work are to see to it that in the light of Christ’s return they themselves practice these duties and implement […]
Tag: 1 Thessalonians
Duties of the illuminated believer
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 5:6-11 Sermon notes THE RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ILLUMINATED BELIEVER. The duty to be a sober, vigilant soldier of Jesus Christ, v6-8. It is the principal duty of the Christian to stand as a soldier. The evil of apostasy is to be confronted and resisted. Living in the light […]
Pastoral concerns, Pt2
Scripture: 1 Corinthians 6:9-11 Sermon notes II THE REASONS WHY SUCH A MINISTRY WAS NECESSARY. Paul was responding to sources of concern within his own heart.1. Trouble, v3-4. Inevitably, trouble had come to these believers. Paul wirtes to indicate that he too shared in these troubles! Cp John 15:19-20. Opposition […]
Pastoral concerns, Pt1
Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 3:1-5 Sermon notes These saints in Thessalonica meant a great deal to Paul. As he has written of his fruitful ministry among them he concludes chapter 2 with a view of their value to him in the light of the day of Christ. He has a view […]