2 Corinthians 5:18-21
Today we are reading 2 Corinthians 5.
As we read, these verses stood out to me:
2 Corinthians 5:18-21 - Now all these things are from God, who reconciled us to Himself through Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation, 19 namely, that God was in Christ reconciling the world to Himself, not counting their trespasses against them, and He has committed to us the word of reconciliation. 20 Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God were making an appeal through us; we beg you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God. 21 He made Him who knew no sin to be sin on our behalf, so that we might become the righteousness of God in Him.
Please, take some time to Share Your Thoughts With Us as they relate to this passage.
You can share anything that is on your heart but, if you don't know where to start, try reading these verses and answering one or more of the following "Honest Questions."
Honest Questions
1. I think 2 Corinthians may be my new favorite book of the Bible. What is your favorite book of the Bible and why is that?
2. As we read the book of 2 Corinthians what is the over all message you are hearing from the Apostle Paul?
3. Slow down are read 2 Corinthains 5:1-5 really slowly and prayerfully. What is Paul talking about and what does this phrase from verse 5 mean, "Now He who prepared us for this very purpose is God"?
4. Have you learned how to convert the disappointments, frustrations, and adversities of life into times of intimate worship and prayer? If so, how did you learn that and what is one way I could join you in this type of prayer?
5. Remember 2 Corinthians 2:14. Is there any area of your life where you are less than triumphant or feel less than triumphant? If so, what do you believe you are learning through this experience and how can we help?
6. Read 2 Corinthians 5:9-11a. Do you think of yourself as an ambitious or persuasive person? If so, have you learned how God can use these attributes to serve your family, your church, and/or the world around you? Please, explain.
7. Read 2 Corinthians 5:14 at least three times really slowly. Have you come to this same conclusion? How does that impact the way you live your life?
8. Is it harder for you to "not count peoples trespasses against them" or "to beg people on behalf of Christ to be reconciled to God?"
9. What is was your favorite verse in 2 Corinthians 5 and why?
10. Do you have any specific questions or prayer requests after reading 2 Corinthians 5?
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