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In his sermon, 'Finishing Your Ministry Well,' Tom Ascol discusses the importance of completing one's ministerial journey with integrity and faithfulness. He introduces the Founders Seminary, dedicated to training elder-qualified men under the 1689 Second London Confession of Faith. Ascol draws inspiration from Vance Havner, a Baptist evangelist, emphasizing the need for pastors to avoid significant errors in the latter part of their careers. The sermon revolves around the Apostle Paul's final words to Timothy, highlighting four lessons: the value and limitations of human relationships, the necessity of maintaining physical and spiritual health, the unwavering faithfulness of Christ, and the imperative to commend Jesus to others until the end. Ascol stresses that ministers should be realistic about their vulnerabilities, rely on friendships but ultimately depend on Christ, and continue studying and growing spiritually. In conclusion, he encourages pastors to live and finish their ministries well, grounded in the grace and knowledge of Jesus Christ.
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Speakers: Tom Ascol
In his sermon, 'Finishing Your Ministry Well,' Tom Ascol discusses the importance of completing one's ministerial journey with integrity and faithfulness. He introduces the Founders Seminary, dedicated to training elder-qualified men under the 1689 Second London Confession of Faith. Ascol draws inspiration from Vance Havner, a Baptist evangelist, emphasizing the need for pastors to avoid significant errors in the latter part of their careers. The sermon revolves around the Apostle Paul's final words to Timothy, highlighting four lessons: the value and limitations of human relationships, the necessity of maintaining physical and spiritual health, the unwavering faithfulness of Christ, and the imperative to commend Jesus to others until the end. Ascol stresses that ministers should be realistic about their vulnerabilities, rely on friendships but ultimately depend on Christ, and continue studying and growing spiritually. In conclusion, he encourages pastors to live and finish their ministries well, grounded in the grace and knowledge of Jesus Christ.
https://cf.life/resources/69b1a1ce55d5ed95fd2baf7c
More resources at
https://cf.life/resources
About Church & Family Life
https://cf.life/about
Speakers: Tom Ascol
