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Scriptures Cited: Acts 20:17-38, 18:19, 19:10, 20:7-12; Philippians 2:14; Luke 18:18; 2 Corinthians 11:23; James 1:27; 1st Timothy 1; 2nd Timothy 3, 4; Titus 2; 1 Corinthians 1; Romans 16; Titus 3

Introduction:

The book of Acts was written by Luke, a traveling companion of Paul, and details the events of the early church. Acts 20:17-38 details a speech by Paul to the Ephesian elders offering encouragement and emphasizes the importance of building genuine relationships with people, expecting obstacles to ministry, and guarding against false teaching.

4. Building genuine relationships
a. Paul lived his faith with conviction. When others see your life, do they see love first?
b. Paul reminds the Ephesian elders to serve with humility and of his service to them. As a result, they should serve others and we should follow their example.
c. When we serve with humility, we are able strengthen our relationships and demonstrate love.
5. Expect obstacles
a. Paul f