I. A PATTERN OF CHRIST-CENTERED COMMITMENT (V. 21)

(a.) A Christ-centered view of life.

(b.) A Christ-centered view of death.

II. A PATTERN OF CHRIST-CENTERED INSTRUCTION. (V. 22)

(a.) A commitment to gospel labor.

(b.) A dependence upon the Holy Spirit.

III. A PATTERN OF CHRIST-CENTERED SACRIFICE. (Vv. 23-26)

(a.) The church comes first.

(1.) Difficulty

(2.) Desires.

(3.) Necessity.

(4.) Progress