At All Cost

We must strive to advance the Gospel at all cost

Our Trials are for God’s Glory

(12-13)

I want you to know

What has happened to me has really served to advance the Gospel

Then entire imperial guard and all the rest

Our Trials are for Christian Encouragement

(14)

Most of the brothers…are much more bold to speak the word

When we share the Gospel, it shows those next to us that it can be done

Our Trials Proclaim Christ

(15-18)

Some preach Christ out of envy and rivalry

Some from good will, out of Love

Selfishness, ambition

Some actually to do harm to Paul

Even in these situations, a Christ is proclaimed

Steps to Sharing the Gospel

Pray

Pray for the Spirit to Speak

Pray for the Spirit to Change

Pray for the Spirit to Send

Pray by name

Go

Go with intention

Speak

Listen for opportunities

Sprinkle some salt

Share the Gospel

What is the Gospel

You are a sinner

Romans 3:23 “23 for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God,”

Sin leads to death

Romans 6:23 “23 For the wages of sin is death…”

God’s Gift of Life

Romans 6:23 “23 For the wages of sin is death, but the free gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.”

Jesus’ Act of Sacrifice

Romans 5:8 “8 but God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”

Our gift of faith

Acts 16:31 “31 And they said, “Believe in the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved, you and your household.””

Repent: Turn around

Acts 2:38 “38 And Peter said to them, “Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.”