Sermon Notes 19 September 2021
Speaker: Ps Zheng Haoren
Handover
Acts 20:17-38
Introduction
Why is Faithfulness to the Gospel Better Than Life?
But I do not account my life of any value nor as precious to myself, if only I may finish my course…
What Truly Matters?
Pay careful attention to yourselves and to all the flock… to care for the church of God…
What is Ahead in Life?
…we must help the weak and remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how He Himself said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’
Conclusion
Reflection Questions
- Paul’s reflection on his ministry at Ephesus provides a model to be followed then and now. In what areas would Christian leaders today be challenged by this apostolic model?
- Why do you think Paul mentions his tears in Acts 20:19, 31? And why do you think Luke mentions the tears of the Elders in verse 37?
- What do you think Acts 20:17-38 says about discipleship and disciple-making? List some principles you derive from the text.
- What do you know about the relationship of sheep and shepherds that would parallel the relationship of the church and her leaders?
