7-31-11 The Value of Acceptance and Affirmation -3- Galatians 2:1-10

The Value of Acceptance and Affirmation

Galatians 2:1-10

There is Great Power in Positive Affirmation.


Paul Serves Well As An Example of… Galatians 2:1-10

The Aspects to Paul’s Affirmation & Acceptance:

* Private Consultation (vs. 1-2)
* Public Criticism (vs. 3-5)
* Primary Commission (vs. 6-9a)
* Popular Confirmation (vs. 9b-10)

Encouraging The Encouragers.
* Become a Barnabas yourself.
* Realize there will always be critics and deal with the poor ones.
* Give more encouragement than you get.
* Build up those who carry out God’s commission.
* Be eager to share the Good News.