The Kind of Man Paul Was (Acts 20:17-38)

In Paul's farewell address to the Ephesian elders, Paul expresses himself and reveals the kind of man he is.

1. Transparency (Ac 20:18): You know how I live.
2. Humility (Ac 20:19). I serve God with great humility.
3. Vulnerability (Ac 20:19). I serve God with tears.
4. Tenacity (Ac 20:20, 22-23, 25). I have not hesitated to preach, despite hardships.
5. Clarity (Ac 20:21). People must turn to God.
6. Priority (Ac 20:24). Testify to the gospel of God's grace.
7. Integrity (Ac 20:26, 33). I am innocent.
8. Totality (Ac 20:27). I proclaim the whole counsel of God.
9. Responsibility (Ac 20:28, 32). Oversee and shepherd others.
10. Melancholy (Ac 20:29-31). I never stopped warning you with tears.
11. Industry (Ac 20:34-35). I showed you hard work.