An Authentic Calling: Representing Christ and His Kingdom through the Church

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Ses s i on 6: A Ca l l to Ser v i ce

d. Is my testimony in Jesus Christ authentic and com pelling? Phil. 2.17-22 (ESV) – Even if I am to be poured out as a drink offering upon the sacrificial offering of your faith, I am glad and rejoice with you all. [18] Likewise you also should be glad and rejoice with me. [19] I hope in the Lord Jesus to send Tim othy to you soon, so that I too may be cheered by news of you. [20] For I have no one like him, who will be genuinely concerned for your welfare. [21] They all seek their own interests, not those of Jesus Christ. [22] But you know Timothy’s proven worth, how as a son with a father he has served with me in the Gospel.

e. Do I maintain a disciplined walk with God through my mastery of the disciplines and my churchmanship among the believers? 1 Tim. 4.7-9

f. Am I open to new situations and sacrifice on behalf of others for the sake of Christ? Phil. 1.18-21

g. Is my heart open to caring for and serving those most vulnerable and hurting, without any prospect of status, power, or financial gain? 2 Cor. 8.9

h. Am I truly willing to lay down my life on behalf of the Lord Jesus, and gladly suffer for the sake of his people, with no thought save their protection and care? Acts 20.24

II. Responding to the Call

A. Implications for urban ministry