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Smelling of Christ 2 Corinthians 2:12-3:6

Smelling of Christ 2 Corinthians 2:12-3:6. Context. Paul’s most personal letter Christian ministry is a key theme. Context. Paul’s most personal letter Christian ministry is a key theme Concern for the church – “no peace of mind”. 1. The calling of Christian ministry.

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Smelling of Christ 2 Corinthians 2:12-3:6

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  1. Smelling of Christ2 Corinthians 2:12-3:6

  2. Context • Paul’s most personal letter • Christian ministry is a key theme

  3. Context • Paul’s most personal letter • Christian ministry is a key theme • Concern for the church – “no peace of mind”

  4. 1. The calling of Christian ministry • Being led in triumph – we’re on parade!

  5. 1. The calling of Christian ministry • Being led in triumph – we’re on parade! • Smelling of Christ will mean different things to different people • Division not peace (Luke 12:51) • Life and death (Deut 30:19) • Being salt & light (Matthew 5:13-16)

  6. 2. The conduct of Christian ministry • Peddlers of the Gospel • Some dodgy dealing! • Paul refused to take moneyfrom the Corinthians • Three pieces of advice • Beware ministry with a price tag • Watch out for excessive focus on the minister • When you speak, speak as if before God not men

  7. 3. The credentials of Christian ministry • “Letters of recommendation” • Who is your letter? • We’re all called to minister • Nothing qualifies us for ministry… … but God!

  8. Two big challenges… What do you smell of? Who is your letter?

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