Shawn St. Clair examines the principles of pastoral leadership and gospel ministry from Paul's final address to the Ephesian elders in Acts 20:17 –38. He explores the pattern and character of spiritual service, highlighting key dualities that marked Paul's ministry—such as transparency combined with humility, sensitivity paired with steadfastness, and public proclamation alongside private house-to-house care. St. Clair addresses the vital balance of declaring what is profitable rather than merely seeking approval, maintaining a comprehensive witness to both Jews and Greeks, and upholding the doctrines of repentance toward God and faith in our Lord Jesus Christ. Finally, he considers how leaders and believers can persevere in new work by being guided by the Spirit, constrained by Christ's commission, and sustained by the power of the word of God.

This message is from the 2024 Pennsauken/Barrington Conference and was recorded on 1/5/24