Scripture:
1 Thessalonians 2:9-11; 1 Corinthians 11:1
Wed, 16 March 2022

Exemplary Life in Making Disciples

Observation:

In what ways was Paul exemplary in his ministry?

Deeper Reflection
SPIRITUAL LEADERSHIP, MAKING DISCIPLES AND PARENTING, being exemplary is most vital. What we say and do stand on what we are. When we fail badly in what we are, what we say and do can become meaningless. But then, perhaps, the only meaningful thing here is, sadly, we become a bad example for people not to follow.Paul’s conduct before the eyes of the Thessalonians was “holy and righteous and blameless” (v.10). “Holy” refers to “our being devout, pious and pleasing to God”, “righteous” in “our dealings with our neighbours” and “blameless” in “our public reputation”15. Mark Paul’s confidence in his transparent authenticity: “You are witnesses, and God also” (v.10). Concerning his working for his personal sustenance and not burdening the Thessalonians, Paul could confidently say, “You remember, brothers” (v.9). Paul would be presumptuous if he did not know for sure that the Thessalonians did remember this. “Educational theorists are fond of saying that we remember 20 percent of what we hear, 50 percent of what we see, and a greater percentage of what we hear and see.”16 And “there is a broad consensus that visual memories are more lasting than audible memories”17. In our life and ministry, what do people remember us for? Paul has this twofold confidence: His life has shown and is seen to be exemplary, and he can call people to follow his example. At the heart of Paul’s ministry is: “Be imitators of me, as I am of Christ” (1 Cor 11:1), labouring “until Christ is formed in you” (Gal 4:19). 
15 John R. W. Stott, 53 16 Gary S. Shogren, 1 & 2 Thessalonians, Zondervan Exegetical Commentary on the New Testament (Zondervan, 2012), 105 17 Gary S. Shogren, 105, footnote 58
Application:

What does it mean for me to live my life with authenticity?

Prayer:
Write a prayer to God as your response from your meditation on and application of the Scriptures.
Prayer Pointers:
  • Give thanks and praise
  • Pray for leaders
  • Pray for significant people
  • Pray for The Generations: That the older generation will be godly models for the younger generation
  • Pray for self

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Daily Devo
Daily Devotional Journal
Sun, 31 December 2023

Sunday Journal

Past Week’s Review
  • What was my high point and my low point for the week?
  • What gave me life and what drained me?
  • How was the Spirit of God at work?
Reflect

What is one key thing that God said to me this week in light of what has happened?

Respond

What is one thing I need to do in light of what God is saying?
Commit in prayer.

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