In today’s passage the Apostle Paul tackles the issue of conflict in relationships. This is a fact of life that we all face. During conflict we can reflect on the power of the Gospel and how it can transform our relationships.
When the Apostle Paul says, “Do not be mismatched with unbelievers” what does he mean? Is he just talking about marriage? Today, we examine a larger point he’s making about our position in our community.
The Apostle Paul reflects on how we will face all kinds of adversity in the Christian walk, but that God is faithful and will provide us with the endurance through His grace.
In 2 Corinthians 5, the Apostle Paul encourages us to “persuade others”. This doesn’t mean being pushy, but to provide a reasonable explanation of how Jesus could have an impact on their lives.
God has a mission for us in this world, to connect and serve those around us, like Jesus did. As we remain on mission for Him, we have a place to rest in His security, so we can withstand whatever the world throws at us.
2 Corinthians 4:13–15 reminds us that we will suffer because of the Gospel for the glory of God, but He will not allow us to be crushed.
Do you feel like you never quite live up to religious expectations? That if you could just work a little bit more you can be good enough? The Apostle Paul confronts this way of thinking and reminds us that we can only find true freedom in Jesus.
The sense of smell can invoke memories and emotional reactions. In today’s passage Paul reminds us of how we are to be the pleasing aroma of Christ in this world. We need to be people of sincerity, sharing the love of Jesus with those around us.
In this passage the Apostle Paul addresses the issue of conflict and difficulties we can face in relationships with those around us.
When you live for Christ, there will be people who don’t agree with you and criticize you for your faith. How do we respond to our critics? We need to plant our roots deep into Jesus.