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Advancing the Gospel

Vacation:

Time to reflect on what’s most important

The Message Trumps Messenger

A Confession: The Message is more important than the Message

Vs. 18: “The important thing is that in every way, whether from false motives or true, Christ is preached. And because of this I rejoice.”

Megachurch

Pride

Point: Get over yourself!

There is no perfect messenger.

Paul himself: Least of the apostles, worst of sinners.

No shame, but courage

“So that now as always Christ will be exalted in my body, whether by life or by death.”

Where you are (like, where your body is) is part of your mission.

Get over others!

Double Vision

“To live is Christ, to die is gain.”

“To live is Christ, to die is gain.”

“I will continue with all of you for your progress and joy in the faith.”

Extreme language.

Keep focused on the point