Cary Cox, from Psalm 8. David praises God for his glory in creation, and supremely in his design for mankind – setting man over all God made! We were created in the image of God, for his glory, to rule as kings over creation. This was broken in our fall into sin, but is being … Continue reading The Image of God – Psalm 8

Cary Cox, from 2 Corinthians 3:17-4:2. Believers are called to ministry, fueled for ministry, shaped for ministry by the Spirit of God. A look at Christian ministry, and how to stay encouraged when ministry is hard.

Cary Cox, from Psalm 7. What do we do when we are falsely accused? A look at the God of justice, who will judge the world in righteousness.

Cary Cox, from 2 Corinthians 3:12-18. Paul compares the veiled glory of the old covenant with the unveiled glory of God seen in the gospel, the new covenant in Jesus Christ. We are transformed by the Spirit of God as we look at his glory with God-opened eyes!

Cary Cox, from Psalm 6. What do believers do when we are miserable, sick, under the discipline of God for our sin? David shows us how to cry out to God in our pain, pouring out our heart, seeking his grace, and desiring to give him glory. See how the Lord works through David’s prayer … Continue reading I Need Grace – Psalm 6

Cary Cox, from 2 Corinthians 3:7-11. Paul contrasts the old covenant ministry, which can only bring death and condemnation (because we can’t keep the law), with the permanent and more glorious new covenant ministry – the gospel of Jesus Christ!

Cary Cox, from 2 Cor 3:1-6. Paul describes his ministry of the new covenant, which is evidenced by the Spirit of the living God giving life to people through the preached gospel of Jesus Christ! God is alive, and God gives life and transformation!

Cary Cox, from Psalm 5. David prays to the Lord when he is under attack from the wicked. We see the contrast between the people of God and those who are given to their sin. God is both the God of love and the God of justice.

Cary Cox, from 2 Corinthians 2:14-17. Paul describes and defends his gospel ministry. As God’s people are crushed in this world, we release the beautiful fragrance of Christ, to the glory of God. Ministry requires our willingness to be humble and even suffer for the Lord, and it requires us to be men and women … Continue reading Gospel Ministry – 2 Corinthians Study 9

Cary Cox, from Psalm 4. David cries out to the Lord in prayer during a time of distress, and experiences peace through fellowship with God!