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Preaching to the Thessalonians
Preaching to the Thessalonians
Let me depart from writing an article and instead just present an outline of thought. As I was reading chapter two it struck me how personal this chapter was. In it we see the very heart of Paul as a preacher. This chapter speaks volumes on the attitudes and conduct that should be at the heart of every preacher.
First, look at the integrity of their preaching and conduct.
Speak to please God, not man .. 4
NOT appeal from error, impurity, or attempt to deceive 3
No words of flattery 5
No pretext for greed 5
Not seek glory from people 6
NOT make demands (even legitimate ones) 6
cp. 9 - worked at making tents so as not to be a burden to them…
Holy, righteous, and blameless in conduct towards them 10
Then observe his attitude towards them as people; he showed true love in that he sought their best interests in his dealings with them.
Affectionately desirous of YOU - 8
Considered THEM to be HIS hope, joy, crown of boasting, glory and joy! 19-20
Gentle - like a mother … 7
Like A Father - 11-12
exhorted, encouraged, charged -
TO walk in a manner worthy of God !
Did not ‘leave’, but was torn away - 17
desire to see them again ..
All I can say is that a lot of us preachers could probably use an attitude adjustment.
Hugh DeLong
