Moses was at risk of wearing himself out; in today's vernacular, we might say he was high risk for burnout.

God graced His Church with women like Priscilla, Lois, Eunice, Phoebe, Lydia, and many others (Romans 16) who are great examples of fellow-laborers in ministry.

When ordering and arranging our conduct in the church, first of all we out to pray ... as we ought.

While there were grave consequences to Israel's complaining, God demonstrated amazing grace toward His people.

Saul was the greatest enemy of the cause of Christ; however, when confronted by the grace of God in Jesus Christ, his name was changed to Paul and his life was transformed. Paul experienced the total transformation of a sinner saved by God's grace.

It is good to be in need, for then we can experience God's provision, appreciate God's glory, and know God's Messiah.

1 Timothy gives us God's guidelines for order in God's house, but before Paull addresses any practical matters, he targets the theological issues -- first things first.

An Idolatry Test: - An idolatry-free Christian heart is guarded by contentment, flowing from commitment - An idolatry-free Christian heart is guarded by sacrifice, flowing from contentment 3 benefits to those who pass the idolatry test: - eternal fruit v17 - God's faithful provision of earthly needs v19 - ultimate glory and fulfillment of God-given purpose for life v20