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 - October 12, 2000

Biblical Chivalry #7

Biblical Chivalry #7

Men are called to be heroes. Foundations of character: Faith (1Co 4:2), Meekness, Self Control. Faith = expression of faith; Meekness = expression of hope; Self Control = expression of love (1Co 13:13). All three foundations are intangible, 2Co 5:7 and Joh 3 are example of you see it by faith. The foundations are: Faith in a person; Hope in a Plan; Submission to GOD’s love. Isa 43:7 GOD’s plan. Act 24: Paul who was called for the gentiles, longed (against GOD’s will) to go to the Jews. He was disciplined and given to Felix for judgment. Paul chose to return to his message and in his defense gave Felix the gospel in the form of a message on righteousness, self control, and the judgment to come. Felix hardened his heart. 2 types of rejection of the message. Those that harden and Satan who waits for a better time LUK 4. The answer is today is the time! 2Co 6: 1-2, Heb 3: 7-15, Eph 5:16, Col 4:5. Rome was built on family virtues: Gravitas - accountability, Piteous - submission to proper authority, Simplicitos - seeing things as they are. Self control gives us confidence, delivers us from fear. Power - Eph 1:19 - InKratos “autocratic, ruler ship of a monarchy in you; under the reign of grace.”



Scripture References: Ephesians 1:19, Colossians 4:5, Ephesians 5:16, Hebrews 3:7-15, Isaiah 43:7

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Men are to have a battle a romance and victory. Chivalry defined 'a knight' gentlemen in the highest sense of the word. Chivalry is a code of conduct containing courage honor and readiness. Our role from GOD is to be a man with courage endurance and love!

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