This message introduces a sermon series on 2 Corinthians.
Paul pleas, with fatherly affection, for this church to be faithful to Jesus and the gospel.
I. The Background of 2 Corinthians.
Paul planted this church (see Acts 18). He writes from Macedonia and is planning a third trip to visit them.
II. The structure and themes of the letter.
The letter falls in three parts: 1. Chapters 1-7: the "new covenant." 2. Chapters 8-9: "ministering to the saints." 3. Chapters 10-13: Paul's defense of his ministry and his gospel agaistn "false apostles."
III. Opening words: A closer look at 2 Cor 1:1-2.
IV. What should one look for in a church?
1. A people not afraid to make the commitment to be the church.
2. A people who know the grace and peace of the Lord Jesus Christ.
A parable of warning for the church:
The Ryman Auditorium in Nashville: from the Union Gospel Tabernacle to entertainment center.
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Jeff Riddle is the founding Minister of Christ Reformed Baptist Church. Pastor Jeff has over 30 years of practical ministry experience and has previously served as a missionary in Budapest, Hungary and as Pastor of two Baptist churches in Virginia. Pastor Riddle is a graduate...
