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Jan 17, 2016

At the Ready | Part 2

Passage: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12

Preacher: Travis Fleming

Series:Ready

Detail:

Through Paul's words to the Thessalonians, we can see our need to...

1.  Identify the marks of effective ministry.
     Requires...
        A.  Clarity.
     Involves...
        B.  Courage.
     And recognizing that there will often be...
        C.  Conflict.

2.  Check our motives for ministry.
     Is there a...
        A.  Mistake in theology?
        B.  Messed up life?
        C.  Malicious intent to deceive?
        D.  Morbid desire for monetary gain?
        E.  Misplaced craving for approval?

3.  Develop proper methods for ministry.
     Involves...
        A.  Constant work.
        B.  Careful consideration of our example.
        C.  Compassion toward disciples.
        D.  Conduct that is pure.
        E.  Championing that which glorifies God.