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Studies in 2 Corinthians: 2 Corinthians 3:1-5
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Studies In 2 Corinthians: 2 Corinthians 3:1-5. Moore Theological College. Retrieved from the Atla Digital Library, https://images.quartexcollections.com/moore/thumbnails/preview/08b499b1-371b-4c24-95a1-5fbe0af859af.APA citation style
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Studies In 2 Corinthians: 2 Corinthians 3:1-5. Moore Theological College. Retrieved from the Atla Digital Library, https://images.quartexcollections.com/moore/thumbnails/preview/08b499b1-371b-4c24-95a1-5fbe0af859af.Note: These citations are programmatically generated and may be incomplete.
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- Dumbrell speaks on the topic of valid and acceptable ministry from 2 Corinthians 3:1-5. Paul addresses his credentials, which had been challenged by opponents who had apparently arrived with testimonials and connections, possibly from Jerusalem. In the ancient world, letters of commendation were commonly used to recommend individuals, often friends or close associates, by highlighting their virtues or by appealing for repayment of a debt or the fulfillment of a loyalty obligation. The New Testament records several examples of this practice with Apollos, Phoebe, Titus, and Timothy. Paul argues that his true letter of recommendation is found in the hearts of the Corinthian believers themselves. Their own experience with Paul serves as an unmistakable testimony to the integrity of his conduct and ministry. The ultimate author of this letter is Christ, and Paul’s authority is divinely empowered and commissioned. In his ministry, Paul acts as the courier of the letter, while the Spirit writes upon human hearts. The essence of ministry, therefore, lies in the heart. Like Paul, ministers are to see themselves as couriers of this Spirit-written letter.
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