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The Gospel and its Messengers Talk 3: 2 Corinthians 4:7
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The Gospel and Its Messengers Talk 3: 2 Corinthians 4:7. Moore Theological College. 1979. Retrieved from the Atla Digital Library, https://archives.moore.edu.au/documents/detail/185545.APA citation style
(1979). The Gospel and its Messengers Talk 3: 2 Corinthians 4:7. Retrieved from the Atla Digital Library, https://archives.moore.edu.au/documents/detail/185545.Chicago citation style
The Gospel and Its Messengers Talk 3: 2 Corinthians 4:7. Moore Theological College. 1979. Retrieved from the Atla Digital Library, https://archives.moore.edu.au/documents/detail/185545.Note: These citations are programmatically generated and may be incomplete.
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- Mears speaks on the treasure of the gospel based on 2 Corinthians 4:7. Paul contrasts the frailty and insecurity of the vessel with the treasure contained within. He describes the endurance displayed throughout innumerable trials and challenges. As a messenger of the gospel, Paul was comparably weak, yet he rejoices in his frailty. He envisioned his trials as involving himself in the experience of Christ's death and life. Committing oneself to obedience to God will bring believers a similar pattern of persecution and death. Although afflicted, Paul's trials allowed the power of God to be demonstrated clearly. He held great confidence in the establishment of God's kingdom despite opposition. Through Paul's trials, the gospel message shone forth, and eternal life was proclaimed. For the minister today, ministry must focus on the treasure of the gospel rather than on the minister.
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- In copyright - educational use permitted. This item may be used for the purposes of research and study. Please acknowledge that it is held by Moore Theological College