Paul finds himself rebuking those who oppose him in Corinth, for their malicious intent to derive the blessed vessel bound for the needy in Jerusalem. The apostle shares his wish for a loving reconciliation rather than a confrontation upon his forthcoming visit to Corinth. Addressing the Judaizers in Corinth, Paul writes about the authority given […]

Paul felt responsible for provoking the Corinthian church to keep their promise made to God regarding their contribution for the poor in Jerusalem, one of the benefactors of Paul’s missionary work. Whereas the apostle until now spoke on behalf of himself, Timothy and other fellow laborers in Christ, Paul now singles himself out as sole […]

Paul had been under attack by false teachers in Corinth, as Judaizers questioned the apostle’s intent for the collection gathered in the name of Jesus Christ. Paul already shared scripture meant to empower the believers in Corinth and beyond. The apostle now addresses one’s motive for giving, as he delivers an exhortation that will breathe […]

Paul was holding the Corinthians accountable to their volunteer engagement to contribute financially to the church of Jesus Christ. The apostle informed the believers in Corinth of Titus’ eagerness to fulfill the mission of collecting the Corinthians’ contribution, to be taken to the impoverished Christians in Jerusalem. Titus had an existing relationship with the Corinthians […]

Paul had been under attack lead by false teachers in Corinth who debated the apostle’s plan for the church’s giving. In this section of his letter to the believers in Corinth, Paul reminds them giving is a blessing, which shows faith and obedience in giving back to God what is His to begin with. Now […]

False teachers in Corinth had previously accused the apostle Paul of being dishonest or having ulterior motives for his ministry. In this section of his third letter to the Corinthians, Paul lovingly provokes the Corinthians believers concerning their biblical commitment to give to the church. “8 I am not commanding you, but I want to […]

Paul concluded his defense against false teachers in Corinth and now moves on to a more pressing matter, money. It’s no secret Paul’s ministry was supported by contributions from church members, what is surprising is how open and matter of fact he is about tithing in this section of his letter to the Corinthians. “13 […]

Paul had been under attack from false teachers in Corinth. He would base his defense on the truth known by all, that his role in ministry was one appointed by God so the apostle could preach the gospel to the Gentiles. “2 Open your hearts to us. We have wronged no one, we have corrupted […]

Paul warned the Corinthians of the great danger involved in false teaching. Not only is it misleading to those seeking Christ, false teaching delivers an open invitation for the Lord’s wrath. The apostle confidently stands before God offering his ministry as a living sacrifice to the divine creator. In this section of his epistle to […]

Paul continue to breathe confidence in the Corinthians, now made new through faith in Jesus Christ and the grace of God. The apostle reminds all believers the day of judgment is coming. In this section of his second letter to the church in Corinth, Paul warns believers of God’s wrath, that we should strive for […]