Bleeding While Leading: A Sermon by Dr. Conor

Introduction

• Speaker: Dr. Conor
• Theme: Gratitude and worship to God
• Start: Thanks to God for waking us up and various dignitaries for the opportunity to speak

Worship and Praise

• Worship God for who He is; Praise Him for what He has done
• Attributes of God:
  • Solves all problems
  • Saves all sinners
  • No substitute for His Son
  • Cannot save oneself without God
• Bible Reference: David's experience of God’s faithfulness
  • "I've never seen the righteous forsaken or their seed begging for bread"

Gratitude

• Thanks to Dr. Carter and staff for the privilege to speak
• Acknowledgment that people don't have to be nice, but showing appreciation when they are

Main Text: Acts 20:28

• Take heed therefore unto yourself and to the flock
• Focus on leading while in pain

Approaches to Biblical Texts

1. Topical Teaching
   • Selecting a topic and finding a scripture to match
   • Example: Misinterpretation can lead to incorrect messages (e.g., justifying suicide)
2. Textual Teaching
   • Focusing on the text itself; can also lead to errors due to language translations
   • Example: Different meanings of "power" in Greek (exousia, dunamis, kratos)
3. Expository Teaching
   • Interpretation, investigation, and application of the text
   • Seeing oneself in the scripture; scripture as a mirror

Interpretation and Application

• Mary and the Tear Bottle: Symbolism of pouring out all problems at the feet of Jesus
• Understanding Language Nuances: Example with the word "power" in the Bible
• Emphasis on both the promises and principles in the Bible

Mental and Spiritual Challenges

• Satan's mind games and mental health
• Personal and spiritual discipline: Philippians 4:6-7
• Importance of joy (Jesus, Others, Yourself)

Role of Preachers and Leaders

• Responsibility to be alert and mindful
• Paul’s advice to Timothy on being a man of the word and holding one’s post
• Handling both good and bad seasons in ministry
• Empowerment through the Holy Spirit

Conclusion

• Emphasis on the blood of Christ and the sacrifice at Calvary
• Encouragement to stay strong and faithful despite challenges