‘The Macedonian Church’s Generosity And Love.’
2 Corinthians 11:7-9.
a) 2 Corinthians 11:7. Apostle Paul preached Good News to the Corinthians for free (no offerings). He was not committing any sin.
b) 2 Corinthians 11:8. Other Churches gave Paul money to preach the Good News in Corinth – even though Corinth was a wealthy and intellectual city.
c) 2 Corinthians 11:9. All Paul’s financial needs were seen to by the Macedonian Church. He was determined to not be financially dependent on the Corinthians.
(Here is a great Mission example for us: The Macedonian Church’s Generosity And Love)
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‘Turn To God.’
a) 2 Corinthians 5:20. Be reconciled to Him through Jesus Christ.
b) Isaiah 57:14. The stumbling blocks are being taken out of the way.
c) Isaiah 57:15. God will come and dwell with the humble and contrite people.
(This Second one stimulates me to say in Church today that people need to Turn To God)
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Chris.
Be reconciled to God through Jesus Christ. We cannot be reconciled to God through serving Him. We cannot be reconciled to God by putting money in the offering. We cannot be reconciled to God by merely attending Church service. We need to be reconciled to God through the completed work of Christ on Calvary for us.
