2 Corinthians 5:11-6:13 – It’s a Fearful Responsibility

Read 2 Corinthians 5:11-6:13

This reading is overflowing with verses that stand alone as memory verses. Paul was on a roll here with words of encouragement and direction for these new believers. Paul knew firsthand that being a disciple of Jesus was a fearful responsibility. It wasn’t easy to navigate life lived for Jesus because it was brand new thinking. For us, the concept is still revolutionary, yet refreshing.

Have you ever been intimidated to think of yourself as Christ’s ambassador? Paul gives us more insight into this. He put the idea out there in our last reading, but expounds on our responsibilities to help guide and inform us. It’s always helpful to know what our role is designed to be. Continue reading “2 Corinthians 5:11-6:13 – It’s a Fearful Responsibility”

2 Corinthians 5:20 – Who Do You Represent?

“So we are Christ’s ambassadors; God is making his appeal through us. We speak for Christ when we plead, ‘Come back to God!’” (2 Corinthians 5:20)

Think about what an ambassador does. They represent or promote something, a cause, a country, or an individual. As ambassadors of Jesus Christ, we act on his behalf and represent his character to the world. There’s no pressure in that at all, is there?

Context (2 Corinthians 5:11-20): There is a whole section in 2 Corinthians about being God’s ambassador. The job description exists to help us know how to take action. We are called to be sincere and bring glory to God. As representatives of the Most High, we are to treat others as Jesus himself would treat them. Sometimes finding the love we need for the unlovable can be challenging. Continue reading “2 Corinthians 5:20 – Who Do You Represent?”

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