Gospel Change: A Gospel Centered Church

Pastor Matt Hodge (Discipleship Pastor) - 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28 (1 Thessalonians 5:12-28; 1 Timothy 5:17; Mark 9:33-35; 16:15; Philippians 2:5-11; Matthew 28:20; 1 Peter 3:8-11; 1 Peter 1:8-9, Matthew 6:5a, Galatians 4:16, Hebrews 5:11-14)

 

As Paul brings the letter to a close, he challenges the believers to be a different kind of people. His words encourage us to prioritize servant leadership over mere talents and gifts. We are called to actively engage in the lives of others through discipling and mentoring, and to embrace a life of obedience to Jesus and His commands. The result is a local church that reflects the power and beauty of the Gospel!

 

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 Centered Church"
1 Thessalonians 5:12-28

Handout/Outline

 

I. Servant leadership is valued
II. Discipleship is practiced
A. confront those who are doing wrong
B. help those who are struggling
C. Be patient and forgiving toward everyone
III. The sanctified life is pursued
A. what we should say yes to
B. what we should say no to
C. what we all need