A Good Minister of Jesus Christ - Part 2

What does a good minister of Jesus Christ do?

I. HE CONDUCTS THE FLOCK OF GOD (11-12)

A. By preaching (11)
B. By example (12)

II. HE CULTIVATES FURTHER GROWTH (13-15)

A. Through the word of God (13)
B. Through using his spiritual gift (14)
C. Through full devotion to Christ (15)

III. HE CONTINUES IN THE FAITH UNTO GODLINESS (16)

A. He must take heed
B. He must continue in the faith
C. A faithful minister saves both himself and his hearers

CONCLUSION

1. God expects inner godliness AND outward godliness
2. Our lives should be exemplary as ambassadors of Jesus Christ
3. Can we say we are “wholly given” to the service of our Lord?