Because Paul was commissioned by God, Paul was guaranteed victory, despite experiencing hardships. 1. Paul's loving burden for the Corinthians was a hardship. (v.12-13) 2. Paul was thankful that God always spreads the gospel - like the sweet smell of victory. (v.14) 3. Paul became the sweet smell of victory, remaining conscious that God was accomplishing gains through Paul. (v.15-17) What does spiritual victory smell like? When does loving concern feel like a heavy burden? 2 Tim. 2:12 How do we know that victory is assured? Col 2:15, Rom. 16:20 When is triumph to be expected? Prov. 28:12, Rev. 11:15
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The Rev. Benjamin J. Snodgrass has been Pastor at Falls Presbyterian Church (OPC) in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, since October, 2004. He graduated from Westminster Seminary in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and previously served at Grace Fellowship OPC in the Germantown area of...
