Paul was a faithful example who was disciplined, motivated others, was optimistic yet knew the source of his power came from God. He was satisfied with what he had, persistent in teaching God's word, and ultimately happy. The document encourages emulating Paul's heart and choosing to follow Christ's truth in order to be righteous and find happiness.

2. •We can learn much good from following
faithful examples such as the apostle
Paul. Phil. 3:17; 1 Cor. 11:1
•We would do well to study about Paul’s
heart and follow such goodness.
Romans 9:1-3; 10:1-4; Phil. 1:6-11

3. Paul was Disciplined!
• He used self control and constantly
disciplined himself…1 Cor. 9:24-27
• We all must add this quality to our lives.
2 Peter 1:6
– Allow God our Father to discipline us…
Hebrews 12:5-10
– The Holy Spirit via God’s Word shall convict
us of sin, etc. so we can correct and direct
our life by His truth! John 16:8-13

4. Paul Motivated Others!
• He motivated through encouraging words…
Philemon 21
• He also encouraged the brethren to
motivate each other… Romans 15:14
• Be careful, not everything edifies…
1 Corinthians 10:23
• We are commanded to stir up to love and
good works by faithfully assembling together
and worshipping God. Hebrews 10:24-25

5. Paul Was Optimistic!
• He was focused on the right things and
was dedicated to doing the right things
too! 2 Timothy 4:6-8
• We are encouraged to live and plan for
eternity. Matthew 6:19-21
• It helps us to remember that, if we love
God and serve him that all things work
together for good… Romans 8:28-29

6. Paul Knew the Source of His Power!
• It was God that sustained him! 2 Tim. 4:18
• It was Jesus that he could do all things
through… Phil. 4:13
• God is the source of our strength too!
Ephesians 6:10
• We also must trust in God and seek His
help… Matthew 6:13; 2 Thes. 3:3; Phil.
4:19

7. Paul Was Satisfied with What He Had!
Philippians 4:11
• A satisfaction that God gives us what we
need when we’re faithful. Mt. 6:33
• A recognition that every good thing that we
have is from God. James 1:17
• Even our ability to get wealth is from
God… Deut. 8:18; Prov. 10:22
• We must develop this satisfaction and
knowledge of contentment. Hebrews 13:5

8. Paul Was Persistent!
• He showed diligence and persistence in
teaching God’s word… Acts 28:24-31
• It is not our responsibility to make people
obey, but to teach the truth. 1 Cor. 3:5-6
• We must always be teaching the Word of
God… 2 Timothy 4:2
• We should be steadfast and immovable in
doing this… 1 Corinthians 15:58

9. Paul Was Happy!
• He looked forward to enjoy this with the
brethren… Romans 15:32
• He spoke before Agrippa as this…
Acts 26:2
• The obedient righteous faith allows
happiness… Romans 14:22

10. How Is Your Heart?
• Is it focused on these good things like Paul
was?
• You can change your heart today by
choosing to follow Christ and his truth!
Jn. 8:31-32; 2 Cor. 6:1-2
• Come to Jesus by… Hearing the truth 1
Cor. 15:3-4, Believing Jn. 8:24, Repenting
Acts 2:38, Confessing Jesus Acts 8:37,
Be Baptized Acts 22:16