Sermon

What God Expects of Leaders: Insights from 2 Timothy 4

2 Timothy 4

December 14, 2008 | Peter Adam

Peter Adam explores the biblical expectations for spiritual leaders, based on 2 Timothy 4. He emphasizes the importance of preaching the Word, maintaining sound doctrine, and living a life that exemplifies Christian values. Adam highlights the need for leaders to be diligent, patient, and prepared to face challenges while guiding their communities with integrity and dedication.

Peter Adam is vicar emeritus of St. Jude’s Carlton in Melbourne, Australia, and serves on the steering group for TGC Australia. He was formerly vicar of St. Jude’s, then principal of Ridley College Melbourne. Adam’s publications include Speaking God’s Words: A Practical Theology of Preaching, Hearing God’s Words: Exploring Biblical Spirituality, Written for Us: Receiving God’s Words in the Bible, The Message of Malachi, The Majestic Son: The Letter to the Hebrews, and Walking in God’s Words: Ezra and Nehemiah. He speaks at training conferences for preachers.