The Life Times of Paul

2 Corinthians: Christianity Survival 101

2 Corinthians 1 -2 (Part 1)

Christopher W. Martin © 2019

I. Introduction

II. Comfort Through Suffering (1:1-11)

The Person of Comfort (v.1-4)

The Purpose of Comfort (v.5-7)

The Power of Comfort (v.8-10)

The Prayers of Comfort (v.11)

III. Confidence When Attacked (1:12-2:4)

Transparent (v.12-14)

Loyalty (v.15-16)

Honesty & Reliability (v. 17-20)

Sensitivity (v.1:21-2:1)

Understanding (v.2-3)

Love (v.4)

IV. Christ-like When Hurt (2:5-11)

Perspective (v.5)

Purpose (v.6-8)

Permanence (v.9-11)

Forgiveness is not about _______________; forgiveness is about

____________ _____ ____ ___________ ___.

V. Conclusion: Passing “the smell test.” (v.15-17)