To Be a Faithful Pastor

May 9, 2021 Speaker: Jordan Gowing Series: 2 Timothy | Faithful to the End

Topic: Sunday Morning Teaching Passage: 2 Timothy 4:1–2

What does it mean to be a faithful pastor? Join us this Sunday at CrossWinds Church in Spencer as we consider the answer from 2 Timothy 4:1–2.

Sermon Discussion Questions

  1. What are some common stereotypes of pastors today? 
  2. What is one highlight from the sermon and one question that you had after hearing the sermon?
  3. Read 2 Timothy 4:1. Describe the gravity of pastoral ministry in Paul’s charge here. What are some of the reasons Paul gives as evidence for the gravity of this calling?
  4. What does it mean that ministry is primarily for God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ?
  5. Read James 3:1; Hebrews 13:17; cf. Mark 9:42. In what ways will God judge those in pastoral ministry more strictly? Why?
  6. How should a pastor minister in light of the second coming? How should a pastor minister in light of the eternal kingdom?
  7. Read 2 Timothy 4:2. What is at the heart of pastoral ministry? What does this look like?
  8. What are some ways that this text—directed toward pastors—is applicable for non-pastors? What are some ways that you will apply this passage this coming week?

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