Paul’s Encouragement to the Ephesian Elders
Acts 20:13-38 · April 28, 2024
In “Paul’s Encouragement to the Ephesian Elders,” explore Paul’s call to remain faithful to the Gospel, shepherd the church with care, beware of false teachers, and trust God. His farewell reminds us that serving and giving are blessings.
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction
02:32 The heart of the Gospel (Acts 20:17-21)
14:15 Finishing the race (Acts 20:22-24)
16:30 The definition of the Gospel (1 Corinthians 15:1-5)
18:55 The whole counsel of God (Acts 20:25-27)
19:17 Shepherd the church of God (Acts 20:28)
20:37 How a pastor is supposed to tend the flock (1 Peter 5:1-4)
26:08 Savage wolves and self-seeking men (Acts 20:29)
26:35 Paul’s warnings (Acts 20:30-31; Titus 3:10-11)
31:57 I commend you to God (Acts 20:32)
32:27 It is more blessed to give than to receive (Acts 20:33-35)
34:20 A heartfelt goodbye (Acts 20:36-38)
34:45 Paul was committed to the Gospel, and we have been commanded to do the same
34:59 Paul was committed to the teaching of repentance and faith towards God
35:14 Beware of wolves and self-seeking men, and be commended to God who loves you and died for you
35:58 Closing prayer