Sermon #17 in the Book of Acts

Theme: Faithful believers are ready for ministry.

Being ready for ministry.

1. Worship and work together. (13:1-2)
2. Rely on God to work. (13:2)
3. Obey God’s directions. (13:3)

An example of ministry flowing from being ready.

Paul’s First Missionary Journey

1. The work in Cyprus. (13:4-12)
2. The work in Galatia. (14:26-28)
3. The return to Antioch. (14:26-28)

Some practical lessons for our ministry.

1. Recognize and confront falsehood. (13:4-12)
2. Accept disappointments and keep going. (13:13)
3. Be ready for reception and rejection of the gospel. (13:13-52)
4. Be prepared for danger. (13:45, 50-51; 14:2, 5, 19-20)
5. Do a thorough job. (14:21-25)
6. Be accountable. (14:26-28)