Paul The Reformer

1 State of the Church in Paul's Day
-Persecuted from without
-Heresy within

2 Paul's Character
-Great theologian
-Former persecutor of the Church
-Fearless preacher
-Missionary
-Evangelist
-Apologist
-Not afraid to call down God's wrath on blasphemy and heresy
-Humble
-Prolific writer
-Pastor
-Trainer of pastors
-Thorn in the flesh
-Great spiritual experiences
-Gentle and severe

3 Where Did Christ Commission Paul
-The Damascus road

4 The Call To Reformation
-Jews
-Church leaders
-New testament Church
-National leaders

5 The Result of Paul's Call To Reform
-New testament Church planted and purified
-Persecution and execution of the Reformer
-New Testament inspired writings

Application