DEEPER LIFE BIBLE CHURCH Welcome to DEEPER LIFE BIBLE CHURCH SUNDAY SERVICE Year of Expensive Devotion 04 MARCH, 2018

FAITH OF OUR FATHERS (GHS 78) HYMN FAITH OF OUR FATHERS (GHS 78)

FAITH OF OUR FATHERS [GHS 78] 1. Faith of our fathers! living still In spite of dungeon, fire and sword, O how our hearts beat high with joy Whene’er we hear that glorious word! Faith of our fathers, holy faith! We will be true to Thee till death.

FAITH OF OUR FATHERS [GHS 78] 2. Faith of our fathers! we will strive To win all nations unto Thee; And through the truth that comes from God Mankind shall then be truly free; Faith of our fathers, holy faith! We will be true to Thee till death!

FAITH OF OUR FATHERS [GHS 78] 3. Faith of our fathers! we will love Both friend and foe in all our strife, And preach Thee, too, as love knows how By kindly words and virtuous life. Faith of our fathers, holy faith! We will be true to thee till death! END OF HYMN

PAUL CONCERN AND SUFFERING FOR THE CHURCH SEARCH THE SCRIPTURES LESSON 683: PAUL CONCERN AND SUFFERING FOR THE CHURCH

LESSON 683: PAUL CONCERN AND SUFFERING FOR THE CHURCH MEMORY VERSE: ”In weariness and painfulness, in watchings often, in hunger and thirst, in fastings often, in cold and nakedness. Beside those things that are without, that which cometh upon me daily, the care of all churches.” (2 Corinthians 11:27,28) TEXT: 2 Corinthians 11:1-33

SUMMARY (1) From our last study, we learnt the following lessons: Spiritual leadership is by God’s calling and grace. It is to serve Christ. We should not seek for position or privilege but for God’s approval. Carnal comparison leads to pride, robs us of joy and can ruin our lives. We should not boast of our earthly possessions or spiritual endowment; we should rather rejoice in our knowledge and understanding of God. We should avoid self commendation and seek for Christ’s commendation. The study of today touches on three points: Pastoral concern for the church Paul’s defence of his apostleship Paul’s steadfastness in suffering

SUMMARY (2) Pastoral concern for the church (2 Corinthians 11:1-4): Paul showed commitment to the cause of the gospel and his ultimate goal was to present the church as a chaste virgin to Christ. The call to ministry is a privilege which requires humility. As ministers, we need to beware of false doctrine and guard against deception creeping into the church of Christ. Paul’s defence of his apostleship (2 Corinthians 11:5-15): Paul defended the gospel that he had preached, knowing that there were false apostles. We need to take caution and be determined to earnestly contend for the faith. Believers must be armed with the truth so they can detect and overcome false teachers. Paul’s steadfastness in suffering (2 Corinthians 11:16-33): Paul’s suffering teaches us that the grace of God is sufficient for every situation. Paul was very passionate about his calling even in times of persecution. So must we.

DISCUSSION

QUESTION 1 How can believers remain humble? 1 Corinthians 1:26-29 John 3:28-30 Philippians 1:1

QUESTION 2 How can we avoid being deceived by false teachers spreading false doctrine all around us? 2 John vs 10 Acts 20:28-30 1 John 2:18-21

QUESTION 3 Why do believers suffer? 1 Peter 2:21 John 17:14 Matthew 5:10; 1Peter 4:12 Hebrews 5:7-9 Deuteronomy 4:20

QUESTION 4 What should be our disposition as true believers while suffering or being persecuted? 1 Peter 4:15 Psalm 119:9-11 Proverbs 11:14 Acts 5:40-41

CONCLUSION Paul’s concern and suffering for the Corinthian church serve as reference point to the Great Commission. Paul showed commitment and dedication to his ministerial calling. Believers should be committed to the work of the Lord and willing to do ever increasing exploits for Him. He had a successful ministry but still remained humble. Believers should have this virtue because serving the body of Christ is a great privilege. Paul went through a lot of trial; yet he remained steadfast and focused. Believers are not excluded from trouble, pain or trials. At such times, we should remember that the grace of God is available for our sustenance.

WHAT A FRIEND WE HAVE IN JESUS (GHS 169) HYMN WHAT A FRIEND WE HAVE IN JESUS (GHS 169)

WHAT A FRIEND WE HAVE IN JESUS [GHS 169] All our sins and griefs to bear! What a privilege to carry Everything to God in prayer! Oh, what peace we often forfeit, Oh, what needless pain we bear - All because we do not carry Ev’rything to God in prayer! 1.

WHAT A FRIEND WE HAVE IN JESUS [GHS 169] Have we trials and temptations? Is there trouble anywhere? We should never be discouraged, Take it to the Lord in prayer. Can we find a friend so faithful, Who will all our sorrows share? Jesus knows our every weakness; 2.

WHAT A FRIEND WE HAVE IN JESUS [GHS 169] Are we weak and heavy-laden, Cumbered with a load of care? Precious Saviour, still our refuge, Take it to the Lord in prayer. Do thy friends despise, forsake thee? Take it to the Lord in prayer! In His arms He’ll take and shield thee, Thou wilt find a solace there. 3. END OF HYMN

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