Pastor, Soldier, Athlete, Farmer

I. Pastors are soldiers and should work like soldiers, avoiding distractions, seeking to please their commander and chief, the Lord Jesus, vv3-4. II. Pastors are athletes and should compete like athletes, following the rules of the game, looking ahead for their reward, v5. III. Pastors are farmers and should work like hard-working farmers, anticipating the production of crops, v6.