Main Idea: The grace of God in the gospel leads to perseverance for the sake of the gospel.

1. Christian perseverance is ________. (vs 19)

* Ephesians 4:14; 2 Corinthians 11:25; 2 Timothy 3:10–12;
Luke 14:26–33; Galatians 6:17

2. Christian perseverance is ________ by the gospel. (vs. 20-21)

*Acts 20:24; Acts 21:13; 2 Corinthians 5:14-15;
Matthew 28:18–20; 1 Corinthians 9:16

3. Christian perseverance requires a healthy ________. (vs. 22-23)

a) ________.
2 Timothy 3:13–17

b) ________.
1 Peter 5:1–3; Ephesians 4:11–13

c) ________ on God
2 Corinthians 4:7–18

4. Christian perseverance is a gift of ________. (vs. 24-28)

*Philippians 3:7-4:1

Today’s Key Insight! If you were to share a key insight from today’s sermon with a friend, what would you say? 

Today’s Lunch Discussion: What key lessons did you take away from this first missionary of journey (Acts 13-14)? Why do we need to hear this story of grace-enabled perseverance? As a gift of grace, how is the Christian life costly? How do you struggle with “paying the price?” If we have God’s power, why is it difficult to persevere? How does the gospel fuel perseverance? What do Paul’s return visits teach us about discipleship? Why is it vital for perseverance to be a part of a healthy church? How is perseverance a gift of grace? Do you know anyone making the gospel known in a difficult place? Take a moment and pray for them now.