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2019 & 1 Timothy, Part 1

Radiant Church Visalia
Radiant Church Visalia
Episode • Jan 6, 2019 • 54m

Sermon Notes: 1 Timothy - 2019 Vision

Intro:

  • Humorous opening about Christmas gifts and remembering outfits.
  • Mention of Glenn Power's New Testament internship.
  • Focus on 1 Timothy as a book of encouragement.
  • Timothy: a young, overwhelmed, and timid pastor.
  • Relatability to church planting and leadership.
  • 1 Timothy as a guide for the church in 2019.

Emphasis 1: Relationship

  • Building the church through close, intimate relationships.
  • The church as a "web of connected relationships."
  • Enemy's attack on relationships within the church.
  • Paul's affectionate language towards Timothy: "true son," "child."
  • Treating church members as family: fathers, mothers, brothers, sisters.
  • The importance of connection, despite potential hurt.
  • Calling for intentional relationship building.

Emphasis 2: Sound Doctrine

  • Importance of a set of beliefs that produces health.
  • Avoiding useless arguments and continuing in truth.
  • Connection between belief and behavior.
  • Resisting pressure to pursue relevance over gospel resilience.
  • Gentle and patient approach to teaching sound doctrine.
  • The goal of doctrine is love.

Emphasis 3: Spiritual Gifts

  • Eagerly and earnestly desiring spiritual gifts.
  • Gifts as empowering tools for the Christian life.
  • The Holy Spirit as an essential part of the church.
  • Personal testimonies of prophetic words and gifts.
  • Calling for open hands and a desire for God's supernatural power.

Emphasis 4: Fight of Faith

  • The Christian life as a fight, not just a journey.
  • Contending for the things of God.
  • Believing in God's faithfulness and ability to act.
  • Standing our ground against opposition.
  • Calling for a faith that trusts Gods power.

Conclusion:

  • Preview of next week's topic: elders, deacons, awe, and good conscience.
  • Prayer for a gift of faith for the church.
  • Contending for God's power and provision in 2019.

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