The Measure of a Servant of Christ – 2 Corinthians 11:23
There are many ways that we might measure the faithfulness of a servant of Christ. Paul choose to measure by how much he had suffered.
2 Corinthians
Studies from Paul’s second letter to the Corinthian church
From Earthly Tent to Eternal House – 2 Corinthians 5:1
This is such a wonderful hope. To move from the earthly tent we live in now, and into the eternal house that God has prepared for us.
Our Competence Comes from God – 2 Corinthians 3:4-6
Any competence I have in serving God comes from him. He has called each of us into his service and equipped us for that service.
Our Light and Momentary Troubles – 2 Corinthians 4:16-18
We may face many challenges in serving Christ. But our light and momentary troubles are producing an eternal glory for us. So be faithful.
Treasure in a Clay Jar – 2 Corinthians 4:5-11
2 Corinthians 4:5-11 provides the basis for the title of this blog. I am a simple clay jar, nothing special or extra-ordinary about me. Yet God has put within that clay jar a treasure. That treasure is “the knowledge of God’s glory displayed in the face of Christ”.
A New Creation Has Come – 2 Corinthians 5:16-17
The challenge in this passage is to view people from God’s perspective, as people that he loves. Especially those who are a new creation.
Encourage One Another – 2 Corinthians 13:11
Serving the Lord, and life in general, can be hard and discouraging. So Paul’s admonition to encourage one another is important.
Taking Captive Every Thought – 2 Corinthians 10:5b
Part of the spiritual warfare that believers are engaged in involves taking every thought captive. Be in control of your every thought.
God’s Indescribable Gift of Grace – 2 Corinthians 9:15
It is impossible to fully describe God’s gift of grace. It is indescribable, reaching into every part of our lives. From beginning to end.
Not Discouraged by Rejection – 2 Corinthians 4:8-9
Not everyone we encounter will embrace our faith in Christ. Many will reject us. Don’t be discouraged by rejection. Entrust yourself to God.
Living Like A Clay Jar – 2 Corinthians 4:5-7
A clay jar is plain and fragile. But, like a clay jar filled with the treasure of God, we can be used by God to accomplish great things.
Performing A Self-Examination – 2 Corinthians 13:5
When is the last time you performed a spiritual self-examination? Test yourself. Is your life different because you are a Christian?
