April 30, 2023
Purposeful Passion and Ministry Leadership
1 Thessalonians 2:1-12

Paul models for us what a minister of the gospel is to be. Though not all of us are called to be pastors, all believers are called to uphold a united mindset in striving to live with the same attitude of Christ Jesus.
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Two great passions that are vital for leading in effective ministry:

1. Passion to

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   God’s Word (2:1-6)

   • This passion for God’s word will help

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     ministry during times of
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     . (vs 1-2)

   • We must passionately proclaim the gospel, because it has been

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     to us. (vs 4)

   • This passion to proclaim the gospel must be for God’s glory and

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     . (vs 5-6)
     

2. Passion to

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   God’s People (2:7-12)

   • Serving with

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     . (vs 7)

   • Serving through

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     . (vs 8)

   • Serving expecting

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     . (vs 9)

   • Serving sets an example to be _followe_d. (vs 10-12)
     

     
     We should anticipate the Lord to do extraordinary things among us, when we are passionate about striving to know God’s word alongside God’s people.