Mission Intended to Last?

The closer the end of apostle Paul's life and ministry comes into view, more some his co-workers congregations turn away from him. This article speculates on reasons for this phenomenon, which Paul himself expresses in presumably last letter, 2 Timothy. focus is particularly personality apostle, seems to intensify with advancing age, even its challenging features. Based results study, concludes by reflecting sustainable leadership those positions responsibility today's churches. provides connection opportunities, especially psychological sociological studies focusing guidance leaders advanced age as well historical research emotions field organizational development.