Acts 20:13-38

2018-04-08

In this podcast we look at a number of issues. We discuss the various descriptive terms (elder, overseer[bishop], and shepherd [pastor])used of church leaders from Ephesus. Are the different offices or the same? Paul gave his farewell address to the leaders of the Ephesian church. This speech is similar to the to the addresses he uses in his epistles. He speaks of the necessity of humility, his openness of proclaiming the Gospel, and the inclusiveness of his witness. In his talk, he uses six ...

Paul gave his farewell address to the leaders of the Ephesian church. This speech is similar to the to the addresses he uses in his epistles. He speaks of the necessity of humility, his openness of proclaiming the Gospel, and the inclusiveness of his witness.

In his talk, he uses six descriptions of his ministry. We describe him as an accountant, runner, steward, witness, herald, and watchman. giving special attention to the watchman motif.

We discuss the dangers around us, among us, and within us! And finally, we look at five possible sins within us (carelessness, shallowness, covetousness, laziness, and selfishness.

What sins are we struggling with our lives? With the help of the Holy Spirit, all of these sins can be overcome.

These non-denominational Bible studies are led by Dr. Val and recorded live. Some 20-25 men meet weekly at 6:30 AM for an hour. They study and discuss a passage from Scripture. Questions are encouraged and often lead to interesting rabbit trails that help us discover and process additional Biblical truths.

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