1. ‎Satan is real, and he hates God's children.

2. God is faithful, and He protects His children.

Application:

*Nothing can separate me from the love of God

*God is in control

*Always proclaim Christ

*Follow Christ, no matter the cost

Have faith in God:

*When facing attacks and false accusations (vv. 1-9)

*When giving a response (vv. 10-21)

*When feeling abandoned (vv. 22-27)

There is a plot against me, but I must trust in God's provision, find peace in God's protection, and faithfully live out God's purpose.

1. Testify by committing to a good conscience before God (22:30-23:5)

2. Testify by sharing the hope of the resurrection (23:6-10)

3. Testify by trusting God is in control (23:11)

1. You will have passion for people. (21:37-40)

2. You will recognize God’s providential hand on you past. (22:1-21)

3. You will be aware of God’s powerful protection. (22:22-29)

1. ‎I may face suffering (1-14).

2. I may face false accusations (15-26)

3. I may face death (27-36).

Givers are blessed because:

1. ‎It helps you become freed from the sin of greed (vv. 33-35a).

2. It is proof of conforming to the image of Jesus Christ (v. 35b).

3. It creates deep and lasting relationships (vv. 36-38).

4. You will reap eternal rewards.

1. ‎By warning against false teachers (vv. 29-31).

*To be Doctrinally Sound

*To be alert

*To admonish with stern love

2. By being focused on Christ and His Word (v. 32). 

1. ‎Elders/Overseers must first shepherd their own soul.

*Pay attention to the heart and mind

*Pay attention to Doctrine

*Pay attention to relationships

2. Elders/Overseers must shepherd the flock.

*Appointed by the Holy Spirit

*The Church is God's flock

*The shedding of blood is the price paid for the flock