Paul’s Blameless Ministry. Introduction  Paul’s farewell to the Ephesian elders reveals the characteristics of a blameless ministry (Acts 20:17-38).

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Paul’s Blameless Ministry

Introduction  Paul’s farewell to the Ephesian elders reveals the characteristics of a blameless ministry (Acts 20:17-38).  His example is a worthy pattern for those today who would preach and teach.

Paul’s Blameless Ministry  Conviction (Acts 20:18-21; 2 Tim. 4:1-5; Ezek. 3:18-19).  Confidence (Acts 20:22-24; 21:10-14; 2 Tim. 4:6-8).  Completeness (Acts 20:26-28; Gal. 1:6-10; 2 Cor. 4:1-2).  Caution (Acts 20:29-30; Matt. 7:15-23; 2 Pet. 2:1-3).  Compulsion (Acts 20:31; Jer. 20:9; 1 Cor. 9:16).  Compassion (Acts 20:31; Matt. 9:36; 1 Cor. 9:19-22).

Conclusion  The apostle Paul cared a great deal about what he preached and those to whom he preached (Acts 20:32- 38).  Do we show the same devotion for the word of God and the souls of men?