The Exemplary Life: Gospel Expansion (Philippians 2:19-30)

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MPS: Those who live exemplary Christian lives partner with others and serve where they are needed in order to advance the Kingdom of God.

“I planted, Apollos watered, but God gave the growth.” (1Cor. 3:6)

The exemplary life is marked by work for Gospel expansion. (22; 30)

• Gospel workers learn from others.
  • The relationship between Paul and Timothy was one akin to a father and son’s relationship.
  • This included mentorship and serving alongside one another for the purpose of expanding God’s Kingdom.
• Gospel workers cooperate with others.
  • There was no fear from rivalry between these two. They didn’t care about their little kingdoms.
  • Co-workers in Christ are most effective when the Gospel is their greatest priority.
• Gospel workers take risks.
  • The illness that Epaphroditus nearly took his life.
  • He pushed on for the purpose of serving God in Gospel ministry.
• Gospel workers serve areas of need.
  • Epaphroditus was sent by the Philippians to serve Paul in a way that they were unable.
  • Paul is commending their missionary’s willingness to serve the Gospel in any capacity.