Tag: Paul’s Priorities

The Apostle Paul says to follow him as he follows Jesus. When Paul (then known as Saul) became a Christian, his priorities were radically changed. Paul wore the Jesus team colours. He loves Jesus, People and Prayer.

What’s distinctive about sporting fans? What do they do to show they support their team? Fans wear their team colours; they wear the jersey; they wear the scarf; they have the bumper sticker on their school folder; and they will make themselves look stupid! Fans will travel across the world to watch their team play one game and devote themselves to following the team.

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The Apostle Paul says to follow him as he follows Jesus. When Paul (then known as Saul) became a Christian, his priorities were radically changed. People matter to Jesus. People matter to Paul.

Paul had a deep concern for people (2 Cor 11:28). He was even willing for himself to be cut off from Christ for the sake of others (Romans 9:3-4)! 1 Thessalonians is a book where Paul’s love and passion for people is clearly evident.

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The Apostle Paul says to follow him as he follows Jesus. When Paul (then known as Saul) became a Christian, his priorities were radically changed. He no longer valued his old life and credentials, but prized knowing Jesus above all else.

Paul didn’t just focus on the healings of Jesus, the birth of Jesus or the miracles of Jesus. As Paul focused on Jesus, his focus and main priority was on the work of Jesus on the cross.

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