The Acts of the Apostles (1911) — PDF Scan 373

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A CONSECRATED MINISTRY 367 things; and follow after righteousness, godliness, faith, love, patience, meekness. ' ^ ' By example as well as by precept, the ambassador for Christ is to ^'charge them that are rich in this world, that they be not high-minded, nor trust in uncertain riches, but in the living God, who giveth us richly all things to enjoy; that they do good, that they be rich in good works, ready to distribute, willing to communicate; laying up in store for themselves a good foundation against the time to come, that they may lay hold on eternal life. ' ' ' The experiences of the apostle Paul and his instruction regarding the sacredness of the minister's work, are a source of help and inspiration to those engaged in the gospel ministry. Paul's heart burned with a love for sinners, and he put all his energies into the work of soul-winning. There never lived a more self-denying, persevering worker. The blessings he received he prized as so many advantages to be used in blessing others. He lost no opportunity of speaking of the Saviour or of helping those in trouble. From place to place he went, preaching the gospel of Christ and establishing churches. Wherever he could find a hearing, he sought to counteract wrong, and to turn the feet of men and women into the path of righteousness. Paul did not forget the churches that he had established. After making a missionary tour, he and Barnabas retraced their steps, and visited the churches they had raised up, choosing from them men whom they could train to unite in proclaiming the gospel. '1 Tim. 6:10, 11, 17-19. 24 — Acts