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Paul, Timothy, Epaphroditus: Role Models of Faithful Service (Philippians Sermon 12) Timothy was a dedicated messenger, Epaphroditus almost died, and Paul was always rejoicing in sorrow, all in faithful service to the church. Transcript.
Sep 26, 2023 · Before God could use Paul for His purposes, He had to humble and reshape the man into His image. When Jesus Christ showed up in Paul’s life and called Him to a new way of living, Paul responded in faith. Paul was a prideful sinner, saved by grace, who learned to serve his Savior with humility.
Aug 18, 2004 · Paul had a clear sense of the purposes of God but not of the details of God’s plan. Paul was convinced that God is sovereign, that He is in complete control, and that His purposes will be achieved. He knew God too well to think any man could anticipate how God would achieve His purposes.
- Pastoral Ministry as Demonstration
- Pastoral Ministry as Declaration
- Watch Yourself and The Teaching
Before Paul mentions the message which he taught them, he reminds them of the message that he lived before them. Here, Paul calls them to remember his practice—his character, his conduct, his work, his way of life. First, Paul’s practice was public. The Ephesian church could all testify to how Paul lived because they all knew him intimately! He had...
As Paul continues, he reminds them not only of the godly life of love which he demonstrated before them, but of the gospel message which he declared to them. He calls them to remember his preaching—his words, his message, his teaching, his witness. First, Paul’s preaching was bold. This phrase, to “shrink back,” means to avoid doing something out o...
Paul’s model of pastoral ministry as both demonstration and declaration is a recurring theme throughout the New Testament. In fact, this model of ministry also applies to the sheep as well. However, Paul’s emphasis is particularly found in his instruction given to pastors and leaders of the church. Paul commands Timothy: “Keep a close watch on your...
But it all goes back to the biblical pattern and here in Philippians chapter 2 we find the Apostle Paul offering himself, his beloved son Timothy, and his dear friend Epaphroditus as models of spiritual life, as models of spiritual service for us to follow.
Finally, Paul provides some specific detail concerning their transformation, “you turned to God” from idols “to serve” (δουλεύειν) the living and genuine God. His affirmation of their conscious service means that they now serve God by serving others.
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Jun 29, 2004 · There is a sense in which this is true (1 Corinthians 7:23), but the Word of God makes it clear that we are also to serve one another: For since I am free from all I can make myself a slave to all, in order to gain even more (1 Corinthians 9:19).
