Jon Payne, the District Superintendent of the Forest Lakes District of EFCA, brings a message of encouragement from 2 Corinthians 4.
Fresh Hope for New Beginnings
Sermons on 2 Corinthians
2 Corinthians 5:14-21– The concept of “substitution” underlies four biblical words that describe how God saves us sinners: Propitiation; Redemption/Ransom; Justification; Reconciliation. [Weekly devotional guide provided.]
2 Corinthians 5:17-28 Alex Dickerson from Gideons International shares some testimonies about the impact of God’s Word. Isaiah 55:11 – “So is my word that goes out from my mouth: It will not return to me empty, but will accomplish what I desire and achieve the purpose for which I sent it.”
We are therefore Christ’s ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us. We implore you on Christ’s behalf: Be reconciled to God. [2 Corinthians 5:11-21] In order to faithfully represent Christ as all good ambassadors are called to do, certain criteria must be met. In this sermon, Pastor Chris examines four of those…