These notes accompany the sermon found here.

Part 1 can be found here.

Today’s Text:  Acts 20:17-38

Mission

Paul’s mission:  “To testify to the gospel of the grace of God.” Acts 20:24.  The Gospel basics, Acts 20:20-21; His desire to go to Rome, Acts 19:21; Romans 1:9-15, 15:22-23, 15:32; Also see 1 Corinthians 15:1-8.  See also  Mark 8:33; Matthew 16:21; John 18:11; Luke 9:62.

Reputation

See Acts 20:18-21, 26-27, 31, 33-35; Matthew 5:14; 2 Corinthians 8:21; Philippians 2:15; Titus 2:8; 1 Peter 2:12, 3:16; John 13:34-35.

Shepherding

See Acts 20:17, 28-30; Ephesians 4:11; 1 Timothy 5:17-19; Titus 1:5-9; 1 Peter 5:1-5; John 21:15-19.

Encouragements

• The Gospel proclamation and and a good reputation must dwell together.
• Know that these are the passions of Jesus Christ for you and your local congregation.
• Put yourself in a position to care and be cared for.