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The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 50.Paul closes his second letter to the Corinthians as he moves to say farewell.2 Corinthians 13:5-10--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 49.As the letter to the Corinthians closes, Paul raises some last warnings and concerns for the church there.2 Corinthians 13:1-4--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 48.Paul closes out his remarks related to the concerns he has for Corinth.2 Corinthians 12:19-21--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 47.Despite the false direction of the "super apostles", the truth of the gospel remains.2 Corinthians 12:14-18--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 46.Paul notes the work he did with the Corinthians, and how he did it for free, in a facetious remark about his care for them as he begins addressing his concern with the Church there.2 Corinthians 12:11-13--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 45.In discussing his boasting, he brings up the visions "a guy Paul knew" saw when he was caught up into heaven. Rather than boasting in this amazing vision and the chance "that guy" had to see it, he boasts rather in the thorn in the flesh Paul endured, namely in its capacity to highlight Jesus' sufficiency and the power of God's grace.2 Corinthians 12:1-10--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 44.Paul boasts in his weaknesses, a peculiar move which highlights the sufficiency of Christ.2 Corinthians 11:30-33--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 43.Paul boasts in the flesh, a practice he notes the believer would do well not to do often. In it, he subverts expectations, and boasts in negatives that highlight all they have endured because of the gospel and by the grace of God.2 Corinthians 11:21b-29--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 42.Having denounced the false, "super-apostles" Paul goes on to discuss how to identify a real apostle of Jesus Christ.2 Corinthians 11:16-21a--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 41.Paul labels the "super-apostles" as false apostles and deceitful workmen, because they try to present themselves as real apostles, without presenting the gospel the apostles teach.2 Corinthians 11:12-15--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 40.A comparison of Paul and his team's love for the believers in Corinth and the greed of the "super-apostles" is drawn to highlight the difference in their ministries.2 Corinthians 11:7-11--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 39.Paul goes toe to toe with the "super-apostles" and likens them to the serpent in the garden.2 Corinthians 11:1-6--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 38.In contrast with the "super-apostles" who boast in their wealth, following, and influence; Paul notes he and real apostles of Jesus Christ, boast only in the Lord.2 Corinthians 10:13-18--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 37.Paul formally begins his addressing the claims by the "super-apostles" by noting the authority they claimed, which ultimately allowed them to bring the gospel to Corinth. He says, their boldness is not to frighten the believers, despite what the "super-apostles" claimed of Paul.2 Corinthians 10:7-12--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 36.Paul was accused of only being bold with the Corinthians in his writing and not in person. He gives his defense as to why in what is the beginning of his address of these "super apostles".2 Corinthians 10:1-6--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 35.Paul closes out his comments about giving by noting that we can only reap insomuch as we sow. In doing so, he reflects on the gifts God has given us, the fullest expression in his grace, which Paul calls the "indescribable gift".2 Corinthians 9:10-15--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 34.Why does God love a cheerful giver? Turns out, it has a lot to do with the faith of the giver in God to use what they give.2 Corinthians 9:6-9--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 33.Paul's words to the Corinthians challenge them, and us, to be prepared in our giving. This is an act of intention and ultimately dwelling on what God has done, and what God can do.2 Corinthians 9:1-5--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 32.Titus is given an atta boy for his willingness to collect the offering of the churches, no simple task during the time of the early church.2 Corinthians 8:16-24--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 31.Paul continues to challenge the Corinthians in their generosity by calling to continue in the giving they had begun. In doing so, they can trust God's provision in all things.2 Corinthians 8:8-15--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 30.Paul recounts the generosity of the Macedonians, despite the afflictions they faced there, as an example and motivation to generous giving in other churches, in this case Corinth.2 Corinthians 8:1-7--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 29.Paul had commended the Corinthians for their generosity to Titus. When Titus went to visit Corinth, they lived up to their reputation.2 Corinthians 7:13b-16--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 28.The grief Paul caused in the life of the Corinthians is worthwhile because it produces repentance.2 Corinthians 7:10-13a--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 27.Titus' arrival and message of how the Corinthians welcomed Titus was in turn a huge comfort in the face of affliction for Paul and his ministry partners.2 Corinthians 7:5-9--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 26.Paul describes his desire for the Corinthian church and why he is desirous of them to be on the right track. He takes pride in them as a church for the comfort he receives in observing their faith.2 Corinthians 7:2-4--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 25.Paul's teaching on being unequally yolked is used to highlight our need to remove barriers in our lives to living for Christ.2 Corinthians 6:14-7:1--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 24.To address the hold up with many of the Corinthians, the call for an old, but challenging truth, to open oneself up to the hope and goodness available in Christ.2 Corinthians 6:11-13--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 23.Paul notes the extent to which they went as apostles to remove all barriers to reconciliation.2 Corinthians 6:1-10--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 22.Paul describes the nature of believers as new creations and the ministry that extends from that.2 Corinthians 5:16-21--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 21.Paul discusses the ministry of reconciliation he and his team have undergone on behalf of the Corinthians.2 Corinthians 5:11-15--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 20.As Christians, we can be assured of our faith and be of good courage.2 Corinthians 5:6-10--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 19.Our future existence in what Paul calls the "heavenly home" is contrasted with our "earthly tent".2 Corinthians 5:1-5--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 18.How can the Christian respond to affliction in the reality of the hope they have in Jesus? By not losing heart.2 Corinthians 4:16-18--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 17.Because of the resurrection of Jesus Christ, we can have hope despite and in the midst of our affliction.2 Corinthians 4:13-15--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 16.Paul calls the lives of believers "jars of clay" a metaphor which combines with his description of the gospel as light, to highlight the hope we have in Jesus and the means by which our affliction reveals that hope to others.2 Corinthians 4:7-12--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 15.The Gospel of Jesus, much like light, shines out of the darkness. As we live lives for Christ, that light shines so others may see.2 Corinthians 4:1-6--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 14.The New covenant of Christ is greater because by it, the veil between us and God is removed through Jesus' sacrifice. Through Christ, we can approach God as Father.2 Corinthians 3:12-18--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 13.Paul compares the Old and New Covenants and how the New Covenant surpasses the Old in the ability to show God's glory.2 Corinthians 3:7-11--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 12.Jesus Christ, and the victory believers have in his name, make them sufficient to be ministers of the new covenant.2 Corinthians 3:4-6--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 11.The letter of recommendation regarding the apostle Paul's missionary work is written not on paper or a piece of stone, but on the teblets of the hearts of the Corinthians church.2 Corinthians 3:1-3--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 10.Paul describes the missionary proclamation of the good news of Jesus as a triumphal procession of victory and their news an aroma, pleasing to the Lord.2 Corinthians 2:14-17--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 9.Paul notes the hopes he had in going to Troas, and how those hopes went unmet.2 Corinthians 2:12-13--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 8.Paul, having addressed the sin in Corinth, now looks at how we proceed with a brother who, after being confronted in their sin, turns and seeks to do what is right. How does the believer respond?2 Corinthians 2:5-11--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 7.Paul notes that he wanted his next visit to the Corinthians to be less painful than the last. In the wake of his last letter, he is giving more time to continue to them in joy.2 Corinthians 2:1-4--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 6.Paul discusses his desire to postpone his trip, in order to spare the Corinthians a harsh meeting centered on correcting sin in the hopes that their next meeting would be one of joy and grace.2 Corinthians 1:23-24--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 5.Paul continues to discuss their change in plans and reminds the Corinthians, and us, about the promises of God.2 Corinthians 1:15-22--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 4.Paul begins to explain his purposes for changing his travel plans away from Corinth.2 Corinthians 1:12-14--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 3.Paul gives an example of how God cares for his people using their prayers and the affliction they faced in Asia.2 Corinthians 1:8-11--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 2.God is described as the God of all comfort; a God who comforts us, and never wastes our affliction.2 Corinthians 1:3-7--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 1.Paul greets the Corinthian church at the opening of his second letter to them.2 Corinthians 1:1-2--Connect with Us:[email protected] MinistriesInstagram--If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: DonateMusic created by Chad HoffmanArtwork created by Anthony Kuenzi