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Motives and Methods

Season 2, Ep. 18

This sermon looks at 1 Thessalonians and explores the ideas of followership and leadership. It focuses on Paul and Silas, who continued to share the Gospel despite being beaten and thrown in prison in Philippi. Even in jail, they sang praises at midnight, showing how strong faith can carry us through hard times. Their story reminds us to hold to our beliefs and speak the truth, even when it’s difficult. It also shows that leadership means being honest, putting others first, and staying committed to what’s right. When we live this way, our actions can point others to God.

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