2 Corinthians, My Grace is Sufficient for You

Paul's final letter to the Corinthian Christians is much milder than his earlier letter. Though the problems of the church did continue to exist, there were changes seen with improvement, especially in the generosity of giving and livelihood. In the midst of Christian problems within the church, there was apparent pressure and persecution from outside. By emphasizing the importance of faithfulness and continual trust in Jesus, Paul shared his own experiences of sufferings and persecutions. He concluded with his famous quotation "my grace is sufficient for you, for my strength is made perfect in weakness". This remarkable phrase has, over the centuries, helped many disciples of Christ to fulfill God's Will in their lives.

The author has repeatedly said that it is not wealth, position, or spiritual gifts that will bring us to God's throne of Grace, but righteous living and faithfulness in Christ.It is the resurrection of the body, soul and spirit that will present us before God's presence. The emphasis of giving of self in love, through gift of money or good works or good behavior or good living, is the mark of a true Christian. The lyrics of the hymn Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound, that saves a wretch like me. I once was lost but now am found. T'was grace I first believe.' depicted the faith that Paul has shared with the Corinthian Christians, so as with us today. To God be the glory for the Corinthian Christians who had Paul as their teach, guide and mentor. Today we truly need to look for such giants like Paul, Titus, Timothy, Silvanus and many more. How about you?