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Page 20 — Principles of Missionary Training from Paul

The platform from which Paul ministered and trained was solid.

1. Deep understanding of God's Word (Romans 11:33)
2. Zealous to serve God (Philippians 3:6-10)
3. Significant experience (2 Corinthians 11:16-29)
4. Not perfect (Acts 15:36-40; 2 Corinthians 11:30-33)

Application: Trainers should have a proven track record and values compatible with you.

Paul was clear on his focus and vision. He know where God was leading him and could take others along.

1. The main focus of his communication was Christ. (Acts 17:2-3; 1 Corinthians 15:3-4; Galatians 6:14) This is especially true for the pluralistic world in which we live.
2. Paul seemed consumed with completing the Great Commission. This is seen in his constant references to eschatological events. He sensed and labored with an urgency to the Gospel message.
3. Extending Gospel influence to those who never heard was a central motivation. (Romans 15:17-24; 2 Corinthians 10:15-16)
4. He knew how important it was to finish well and did so. (1 Corinthians 9:24-27; 2 Timothy 4:6-8)

Application: Ensure that trainees really see the big picture and grasp their God ordained role.

When looking at how Paul ministered and what he did we see many helpful principles for missionary life today. Here are a few on which you can build:

1. Lay hands on no man quickly. Make sure ministers have time to prove their character.
2. The main thing of church planting and nurture must remain the main thing.
3. Flexibility in lifestyle and thinking is critical. He became all things to all men to win some.
4. A developed sensitivity to the Holy Spirit is essential (Acts 16:6-9).
5. Having a thought through strategy is the place to start. He first went to cities and synagogues to establish a ministry beachhead.
6. Satan is our main opponent and preparation for spiritual warfare with power encounters is important.
7. Ministry is partnership. Learn to work together with other ministers and churches.
8. Combine formal with non-formal training for effective results (Acts 19:8-10)
9. Build deeply into key people who in turn will build into others (Titus, 2 Timothy 2:2)
10. Ministry requires perseverance. Expect all kinds of obstacles and suffering if you are doing something significant for the advance of the Kingdom of God.

Choice Fields »

1. Considering Being a Missionary?
2. Awareness and Preparation Process
3. Frequenty Asked Questions
4. Letter from the Missions Field
5. Accountability Areas for Missionaries
6. Missionary Indespensables
7. Ministry Preparation
8. Spiritual Maturity and Characteristics
9. Spiritual Gifts and Filling of the Spirit
10. Conclusions and Strategies
11. Phase One Reading List
12. Phase Two Steps
13. Phase Three Steps
14. Phase Four
15. Post Assessment Training
16. Assessment Review Guide
17. Hardy Personality
18. Hardy Personality: Behavior
19. Principles of Missionary Training from Jesus
    
20. Principles of Missionary Training from Paul
    
21. Choice of Fields in Xenos