Some may ask, “Why should we study the missionary methods of Paul? Surely, in all this time, we have grown beyond his old ways and have found better ways of accomplishing ministry.”To this I would say, look around at the condition of the church at large throughout the world today, and see if you can find a model of success that compares to Paul. Yes, we have our “mega-churches.” They have huge congregations and lots of money, but are they successful in the sight of God? Are they raising up a generation of mature, Bible-instructed believers? I think not. The ignorance of the average believer today is astounding. Many cannot even give a clear presentation of the Gospel message.
In a recent survey across the United States, only about 13% of regular church goers said that they believe in hell, and about the same number doubted the inspiration and infallibility of the Bible. The church as a whole is in a shambles, and the reason is that we have forsaken the God-given way—exemplified by Paul—to achieve the great commission of “making disciples of all nations” (Mat 28:19).
Gene Cunningham - March 21, 2021
Born for Battle - Session 5
Scripture References: Philippians 1:1-30
From Series: "Born for Battle -- Red River Cowboy Church, Sherman TX"
On March 19–21, 2021 Basic Training Bible Ministries and Red River Cowboy Church in Sherman, TX presented “Born for Battle” — the second conference in a four-part study of the Book of Philippians — this one focusing on Philippians 2:5–8. Paul’s instructions in Philippians will be compared and contrasted to Solomon’s observations in the book of Ecclesiastes.