The believer is to be established in the gospel. It is the gospel that is the basis of the doctrine which we live by.

These different men all were fellow helpers with Paul. Each one teaches us ways that we should be helping each other in the ministry of Jesus Christ.

To properly mark disorderly brethren requires knowledge and understanding. Once these are had, it must be applied in wisdom.

Phebe was a sister to Paul and a servant of the church. Believers today need to be fellow helpers in the ministry of Christ.

Paul had a plan for his ministry, but he was hindered in doing it. We also at times have desires that don't get fulfilled. We rest in the fact that God is in control over all.

Paul's ministry to the Gentiles was a hopeful ministry. The believer's ministry today should be a hopeful ministry.

The believer is commanded to edify his neighbor and to bear the infirmities of the weak. Christ is our example of edification and bearing burdens.

It is virtually impossible to forecast what will offend others. Therefore, it is best to be right with God in both practice and attitude.

Believers should watch for what may be a stumblingblock to another brother in the faith. The believers goal should be to edify with our convictions and not to offend.

It is quite necessary that the believer develops Biblical convictions. Yet, he must develop them out of humility and a desire to be at peace with his fellow brethren. He should not compromise, but neither should he put himself above others.