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GALATIANS 2:11–21 “… knowing that man is not justified by the works of the law but by faith in Jesus Christ …” (Gal 2:16). If God is so holy, so pure, that nothing can dwell in His presence except that which is also holy, how can sinful man live before the face of God? We … Continue reading “WHAT HOPE DO WE HAVE?”

EPHESIANS 4:17–32 Put on the new self, created to be like God in true righteousness and holiness (Eph. 4:24 niv). What impact should the holiness of God have on our daily lives? To answer this question, we need to have a better understanding of the meaning of holiness. Many people think of holiness only in … Continue reading “PERFECTING HOLINESS”

2 CORINTHIANS 6:3–10 But in all things we commend ourselves as ministers of God (2 Cor. 6:4). In this passage, Paul gives one of the most eloquent and specific descriptions of a blameless ministry. As we examine some of the points Paul makes, ask yourself whether you exhibit any of these qualities in your own … Continue reading “A BLAMELESS MINISTRY”

2 CORINTHIANS 6:11–13 You are not restricted by us, but you are restricted by your own affections (2 Cor. 6:12). How many ministers of the Gospel have had to serve cold-hearted, unloving congregations? How many have struggled for years to deliver the truth in a loving and compassionate manner only to have their efforts repaid … Continue reading “OPEN YOUR HEARTS”

2 CORINTHIANS 6:14–7:1 … let us cleanse ourselves from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God (2 Cor. 7:1). The exhortation for the Corinthians to be holy is not confined to the subject of marriage but is a general command dealing with every association in life. Paul commanded … Continue reading “BE SEPARATE”

2 CORINTHIANS 5:11–15 For the love of Christ compels us, because we judge thus: that if One died for all, then all died (2 Cor. 5:11–15). In defending his motives for ministry, Paul expounds on the two main principles of true religion. The first is that Christians fear the Lord, which means they have a … Continue reading “THE LOVE OF CHRIST”

2 CORINTHIANS 5:16–21 … we implore you on Christ’s behalf, be reconciled to God (2 Cor. 5:20). Paul exhorts us to be reconciled to God. But how can we as enemies of God, sinners before His holy tribunal, be declared innocent and thus be reconciled to Him? Paul tells us in verse 20: “For He … Continue reading “THE WORD OF RECONCILIATION”

2 CORINTHIANS 6:1–2 Behold, now is the accepted time; behold, now is the day of salvation (2 Cor. 6:2). Paul opens this sixth chapter with a perplexing exhortation: “We then, as workers with Him also plead with you not to receive the grace of God in vain.” What does he mean by “not to receive … Continue reading “THE DAY OF SALVATION”

2 CORINTHIANS 4:7–18 … we are perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed (2 Cor. 4:8–9). One of the most common criticisms hurled at the divine inspiration and authority of Scripture is that it was written by mere men. The Gospel was not proclaimed directly from heaven but … Continue reading “TREASURE IN CLAY JARS”

2 CORINTHIANS 5:1–8 For in this we groan, earnestly desiring to be clothed with our habitation which is from heaven (2 Cor. 5:2). Those who think that the Christian life promises uninterrupted “happiness” are sorely deluded. Life is difficult and, for the Christian, is filled with righteous suffering and marked by a painful longing to … Continue reading “THE CHRISTIAN’S HOPE”