Acts Part 11

(Acts 14:21-28, Acts 15:1-41)

Acts 14:21-22 ²¹ They preached the gospel in that city and won a large number of disciples. Then they returned to Lystra, Iconium and Antioch, ²² strengthening the disciples and encouraging them to remain true to the faith.

In the ministry of Paul, we see that he has 3 major purposes to achieve in his missionary journeys.

Paul’s first purpose was E________________________.

Paul was dedicated to building up and strengthening new believers in the faith.

Paul’s second purpose was E______________________.

Paul was dedicated to encouraging these new believers that not only were they on the right path, but they had the support of God the Father through his son Jesus Christ and that Christ had given them the freedom to choose a life of following him.

Paul’s third purpose was E_______________________.

The great commission clearly demonstrates Christ’s command that his message be spread to all the earth, and Paul clearly demonstrates his desire to do just that.

Take Away Lesson: The mission of the church is to edify and encourage the Body in order to bring the message of Jesus Christ to the world.  The only way we can accomplish these things is by being fully committed to Christ in all that we do.

Acts 15:41 He went through Syria and Cilicia, strengthening the churches.