Paul explains that passionate gospel ministry comes with great suffering. He also issues a call for holiness of the church based upon God’s desire to dwell with her.

The post 2 Corinthians Episode 7: The Cost and Commitment of This Day of Salvation appeared first on Two Journeys.

God finally speaks into the story of Job through a mighty whirlwind, humbling Job as he reveals the true power of his nature.

The post The Glorious God Speaks Out of a Whirlwind (Job Sermon 24) appeared first on Two Journeys.

Paul gives a comprehensive explanation of the motives and message of evangelism. This chapter should be studied carefully by every Christian to grow in passion and fruitfulness in evangelism.

The post 2 Corinthians Episode 6: The Ministry of Reconciliation appeared first on Two Journeys.

In Elihu’s final speech he uses God’s power displayed in the weather as a reminder for Job and all of us to trust God, especially in times of affliction.

The post Ascribe Righteousness to Your Maker (Job Sermon 23) appeared first on Two Journeys.

Paul explains to the Corinthians that the future resurrection life in the presence of Jesus Christ and the reality

The post 2 Corinthians Episode 5: Looking to the Resurrection with Christ appeared first on Two Journeys.

In two more speeches, Elihu presents God’s kingly reign in ways that warn us against pride. Christ is the only answer to suffering.

The post God Reigns with Perfect Justice (Job Sermon 22) appeared first on Two Journeys.

Paul explains why he does not lose heart in the ministry of the gospel, even in the midst of mass rejection and great suffering. He considers his hardships light and momentary compared to the eternal heavenly reward awaiting him.

The post 2 Corinthians Episode 4: Glorious Light Ministered by Jars of Clay appeared first on Two Journeys.

Elihu finally breaks his silence to defend the plans and purposes of God to Job, concluding that God uses suffering to benefit his people.

The post Elihu Speaks (Job Sermon 21) appeared first on Two Journeys.

Paul describes the superior glory of the New Covenant in that it results in the transformation of its people into glorious and eternal conformity to Christ, unlike the Old Covenant which had a fading glory and only brought death to its people.

The post 2 Corinthians Episode 3: The Superior Glory of the New Covenant (3:1-18) appeared first on Two Journeys.

Godly people alleviate the suffering of others and suffer well themselves, trusting in God through it all as seen in Job's mercy ministry.

The post Job’s Costly Commitment to Mercy Ministry (Job Sermon 20) appeared first on Two Journeys.