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.”
Gene Cunningham - February 20, 2003
The Word Working In You #2
Transformed lives are the best witness (1Th 1:7-9). Example of thanks for believers who God has placed in our lives. Working faith result in a serving love (2Co 5:14). The best leaders are good followers. A faith that lives will be in our sphere of influence as a trumpet blast that can't be ignored. God has delivered us from ALL wrath (1Th 1:10). Ruth has transformed into a labor of love (Rut 2:1-12). The "ethos" of Paul (character - 1TH 2:1-6). Note the phrase "as you know" (1TH 2:1-2, 1TH 2:5, 1TH 2:9-10). The "pathos" of Paul (compassion - 1TH 2:7-9). Combines both sympathy and empathy. The "Logos" of Paul (content - 1TH 2:10-12).
Conference notes for this series can be found [HERE]
From Series: "1st Thessalonians - The Word Working in You - Uniontown PA 2007"
The Word Working in You' is a study in 1st Thessalonians recorded at Uniontown PA on 19-20 October 2007. The primary focus of the Paul's epistles to the Thessalonians written A.D. 50-51 is Christian living in light of eternity which results in balance. The 'bookends' of 1Th 1:3 and 1Th 5:8 reveal the book's theme: the well-balanced Christian life. The book also teaches that God's Word works through faith. Interestingly this epistle is closely related in content to the Old Testament book of Ruth which provides a perfect biblical illustration of the practical truths of this book.