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Steadfast Toward the Mission

Posted on April 15, 2019 by Mark Shields

Brought out in reading 2 Corinthians 5:20 through 6:10 are Paul’s actions which commend him being an ambassador of God. He paid a tremendous price for his ministry including persecution, hardship, and rejection yet remained steadfast toward the mission. It … Continue reading →

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Questions for Reflection for Study of 2 Corinthians 5-8

Posted on April 10, 2019 by Mark Shields

Each new day is a gift of renewal with amazing power because Christ has paid for all sins. In one cataclysmic moment, all wrong-doing is wiped clean and we have access through prayer to the ONE who has all the … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Treasures are Forever

Posted on April 8, 2019 by Mark Shields

The truth about life that has totally grasped Paul as we read in 2 Corinthians 4:16 through 5:10 is that the outer nature is temporary but the inner nature is eternal. Life on earth is only for a short time … Continue reading →

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All-Surpassing Power

Posted on April 3, 2019 by Mark Shields

Paul had to go through much discouragement in overcoming false teachers who deceived others so they could brag about their own achievements. Explained in the study of 2 Corinthians 4:1-15 is that Paul received the ministry of sharing the Good … Continue reading →

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Ordinary to Extraordinary

Posted on April 1, 2019 by Mark Shields

The two dispensations introduced in 2 Corinthians 3:7-18 are the law given to Moses and the new covenant of the gospel established by Christ. Paul explains that the new covenant of the gospel improves upon and even surpasses the law … Continue reading →