St. Paul Lutheran Church, Matteson, Illinois & Pastor Troester

The old covenant which God made through the 10 Commandments was something we could not keep and it only convicted us of our sin. The new Covenant which comes through Jesus Christ gives us forgiveness of sins and is most glorious because through faith in Jesus' work we are saved.

Coming to the church in Corinth with a sincere heart, and for their good, Paul tells them to hold each other accountable for their sin and deal with it with repentance and forgiveness.

The introduction and opening message of Paul's second letter to the church in Corinth, with encouragement in suffering, promise of comfort and verification of the truth of the message in Christ.

The final greeting and conclusion to the letter to the churchin Corinth, filled with greetings and plans that Paul has for continued mission work.

The chief teaching of our faith is the resurrection of Jesus Christ!

The definition of Christian love, reflecting the love of God that we have received, to others.

Instruction about using the gifts that God has given us for the good of the whole Church, and for the great blessing to everyone.

Instructions on using the gifts of speaking in tongues/other languages and the roles of men and women with the Church.

Christian instruction on responsibility in Christian community.

Directions for the Christian faith & life as we worship only the true God, love Him will all our heart and love others as ourselves.