The church has faced significant challenges in recent years, including declining attendance and a move towards fewer weekly services. Pastors are feeling the strain, with many considering quitting their churches due to burnout and discouragement. Apostle Paul's experience in Corinth serves as a reminder of the importance of blameless ministry, which requires endurance, transformative living, and a commitment to truth-telling. [... more]

Paul's motivations for ministry are rooted in his personal relationship with Christ, driven by the constraining love of Christ and the fear of the Lord. He seeks to help others know and respect God, and his approach to ministry is characterized by integrity, persuasion, and a willingness to be controlled by Christ's love. [... more]