Pause for thought
Paul was not only defending himself against the many false accusations that were being made against him by some in the Corinthian church. He was defending his authority as an apostle of Jesus Christ and the cause of the gospel of Christ Himself. He was not particularly concerned about his own reputation but about how the gossip and false accusations were effecting individual Christian’s whose faith in the grace of God was being rocked, he reminded them of the power of God and the truth of the Gospel that was preached to them, and the effect it had in changed lives. And of the many signs and wonders and miracles done among them 12:11-1
Paul suggests the Corinthians should test themselves to see if their faith is genuine or not, just as they had been questioning if he was a genuine apostle! does this mean that we should do the same? Well we should certainly make sure we are not standing still, for the Christian who is not advancing is not standing still but falling back. Another sure sign of a growing Christian is this, Am I living in agreement and peace with my brothers and sisters? Our love for each other proves the reality of Christ within. The last two verses of Paul’s letter reveal Paul’s heart to the Corinthians and to everyone who will read his letter. May the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all.
Memory Verse
Rejoice. Change your ways. Encourage each other.Live in harmony and peace. Then the God oF love and peace will be with you. 2 Corinthians 13:11 (b) N.L.T.
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