Chapter 1
Why, does God comfort us in tribulation?
So we can comfort others in their tribulation.
Why Paul changed his travel plans(Chapter 2:1-17)
I told myself what to do! I did not let my emotions dictate what I was to do! I told myself to write a letter instead of visiting you! The way it should work, when I come to you, we both encourage each other. A written message allows the emotions to be removed by the Holy Spirit. This is why 2 letters are only mentioned in the bible yet not inspired by the Holy Spirit. Paul’s flesh.
In the bible days you would go to a church that you never been before and bring what with you?
Letter of Recommendation
What happened in Aisa, to Paul?
Wild beast / Unjustly accused 39 lashes on his back / Riot broke out almost died. Despaired life = thought this is the end; we are about to die. Pressed out of measure = trouble in a cup that overfille. Above strength = its to much for me, I can’t handle this anymore.
Where is the 2 letters Paul pen that is not inspired by God?
§1Corinthians 5:9 & 2Corinthians 2:4
Paul told the church at Corinthians you are like a ________ being ___________ by the world?
Letter of Recommendation
read by the world
How does intense suffering educate me?
I need the power of God
I need people in the church praying for me not complaining about me!
What are the two possibility's who Paul is talking about in (Verse 5)
1Corinthians 5: (man immoral relationship with his step-mother) Or is it [the people calling me a liar for changing my travel plans.]
on a letter God is the ________
Holy Spirit is the __________
Paul is the
Author
Ink
Pen
Why, were people questing Paul integrity?
Some people saying Paul lied about his travel.
Explain what Paul was saying about Rome and smell!
Ect.
Paul uses Moses as an Illustration of what (garment)
Veil
What to do when people question your integrity?
A. Maintain a clear conscience (Vs. 12)
B. Communicate and clarify clearly. (Vs. 13-18)
C. Give it to God, He knows. (Vs. 18)
Give the example that God remembers by smell?
Revelation 8:3-4 ““And another angel came and stood at the altar, having a golden censer; and there was given unto him much incense, that he should offer it with the prayers of all saints upon the golden altar which was before the throne.”
What was the veil protecting?
What is the point Paul is using about Moses and the veil?
The glory of God
It’s good to show the people the reflection of God on your life! Yet, Moses saw God the law giver! Reflection of righteousness and Holiness, and judgment on sin.