Introduction: As Hannibal faces a larger Roman army, the key is his…
I. Paul understood this truth, v. 11
A. Where to look for help? For reinforcements?
B. Thus, his practice—frequent short prayers, cf. 5:17
II. The content of Paul's prayer, v. 12
A. that the Lord would develop spiritual maturity
B. especially, agape-love
III. The reason and the motivation, v. 13
A. The reason: to be blameless and holy (as you have
a heart filled with agape-love)
B. The motivation: living in the “shadow” of the
second coming of Christ |
