Sermon Notes: 1 Timothy - 2019 Vision
Intro:
- Humorous opening about Christmas gifts and remembering outfits.
- Mention of Glenn Power's New Testament internship.
- Focus on 1 Timothy as a book of encouragement.
- Timothy: a young, overwhelmed, and timid pastor.
- Relatability to church planting and leadership.
- 1 Timothy as a guide for the church in 2019.
Emphasis 1: Relationship
- Building the church through close, intimate relationships.
- The church as a "web of connected relationships."
- Enemy's attack on relationships within the church.
- Paul's affectionate language towards Timothy: "true son," "child."
- Treating church members as family: fathers, mothers, brothers, sisters.
- The importance of connection, despite potential hurt.
- Calling for intentional relationship building.
Emphasis 2: Sound Doctrine
- Importance of a set of beliefs that produces health.
- Avoiding useless arguments and continuing in truth.
- Connection between belief and behavior.
- Resisting pressure to pursue relevance over gospel resilience.
- Gentle and patient approach to teaching sound doctrine.
- The goal of doctrine is love.
Emphasis 3: Spiritual Gifts
- Eagerly and earnestly desiring spiritual gifts.
- Gifts as empowering tools for the Christian life.
- The Holy Spirit as an essential part of the church.
- Personal testimonies of prophetic words and gifts.
- Calling for open hands and a desire for God's supernatural power.
Emphasis 4: Fight of Faith
- The Christian life as a fight, not just a journey.
- Contending for the things of God.
- Believing in God's faithfulness and ability to act.
- Standing our ground against opposition.
- Calling for a faith that trusts Gods power.
Conclusion:
- Preview of next week's topic: elders, deacons, awe, and good conscience.
- Prayer for a gift of faith for the church.
- Contending for God's power and provision in 2019.
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