Balancing Ministry N' Work

1.         It is probably safe to say that Paul was looking forward to spending his forever with Jesus. a.         Which makes it surprising to read that he would be willing to sacrifice himself if his people would be saved. b.        He had a heart for the Jewish people. c.         He wished that they would come to know and accept the Good News of Jesus. d.        And he was willing to give all he had to make it happen. e.         Now, he knew, and we know that we cannot make it happen. f.           But we should be willing to risk it all for those around us. g.         In order that they will hear the message of Christ. h.         In hope that they will accept...

1.         We ended last week on a high note. 2.         Romans 8:38-39 a.         God’s love is absolute. 3.         This week starts out a bit rough. a.         Paul’s heart is breaking. b.        His people, the Jewish people are God’s chosen people. c.         It tells us this in… d.        Deuteronomy 7:6 e.         They were picked by God over all of the people of the world. f.           But they rejected Christ when He walked the earth. g.         They were rejecting Christ when Paul and the others were teaching about Him. 4.         As we get in...