Text: Philippians 2:19-30
Truth: Commitment to the work of Christ is rare even among those who serve God.
Thrust: We must honor those who do so in the church.
Thesis: Since commitment to the work of Christ is rare even among those who serve God, we must honor those who do so in the body of Christ.
Turning Point: We must honor those who deserve honor.
Theme: Honoring people in the church
Topic: Who should we honor in the church
Title: A Few Good Men
Tagline: Start honoring.
Thoughts:
- Commitment is a rare commodity these days.
- Most people are concerned only with their own interests and needs.
- The church suffers because of lack of commitment.
- People only give their leftovers rather than their best to God.
- But a few good men — men of great commitment to the cause of Christ — can accomplish much.
- Paul talks of such men in Philippians 2:19-30. Men like Timothy reveal their focus in the work of Christ (vv.19-24). Men like Epaphroditus reveal their passion in the work of Christ (vv.25-30).
- Focus and passion are rare commodities these days. We must affirm anyone who shows this kind of commitment in the church. We must honor those who deserve honor.
- Have you seen a few good men lately? Find them. Keep them. Honor them. Start honoring.