This passage is rich with encouragement for those discouraged in their evangelism. We are reminded of our responsibility and inability and yet of God’s creative ability to save the lost as he reveals the glory of Jesus Christ to them. It serves as a wonderful tonic to those taking gospel ministry seriously. We will look at this under three main headings:

1. Don’t Lose Heart (vv. 1–2)

2. Don’t Hold Back (vv. 3–4)

3. Don’t Lose Hope (vv. 5–6)