Gospel Change: A Gospel Approach

Pastor Matt Hodge (Discipleship Pastor) - 1 Thessalonians 2:1-9 (1 Thessalonians 1:5; 2:1-9 & 11-12; John 1:14; 1 Corinthians 15:1 & 3-4; Romans 1:15-16; Acts 4:31; Galatians 5:16; Ephesians 5:18; John 3:26-36; 1 Timothy 1:15)

 

If we are going to be effective witnesses for Jesus, then we need to take our approach to Gospel ministry seriously!

In this lesson, we will see how Paul followed the example of Jesus' public ministry, was bold in his Gospel witness, and showed us what it looks like to truly care for people!

 

Series description:

We believe the Gospel has the power to change lives, but how often do we see this transformational power in the lives of people we know?

In this series, we will consider the example of Paul’s Gospel preaching ministry in the ancient city of Thessalonica. As we study 1 Thessalonians, we will see the difference the Gospel makes, and be challenged with practical steps that we can take to become more effective Gospel witnesses! Our world is desperate for real change—Gospel Change!

 

Gospel Change
"A Gospel Approach"
1 Thessalonians 2:1-9

Handout/Outline

 

I. Boldness
A. What boldness is?
1. boldness is a willingness to share the truth of the Gospel
2. boldness is of the Holy Spirit
B. What boldness is not?
1. boldness is not deceitfulness
2. boldness is not pridefulness

II. Gentleness
A. What gentleness is not?
1. gentleness is not deceitfulness
2. gentleness is not permissiveness
B. What gentleness is?
1. gentleness is to place value on people
2. gentleness is to genuinely care for others