What does it really mean to give generously and why does it matter? When Paul asks for money for the Jerusalem collection, he’s doing more than asking the Corinthians to donate. He’s inviting them to express their faith, restore broken trust, and unite with their spiritual family. If you’ve ever wrestled with when, why, or how much to give, this message will help you see giving in a whole new light.
2 Corinthians 8–9 records Paul’s advice to Corinth about the Jerusalem Collection. But it isn’t just about fundraising. In order to understand this event, we trace the story behind the Jerusalem Collection. We look at various passages in Acts, Galatians and Romans. so we can hear Paul’s appeal to Corinth the way his first listeners did.
Have you ever wrestled with whether to speak a hard truth to someone you care about? In 2 Corinthians 7:2–16, Paul reflects on the pain and power of writing a sorrowful letter to the Corinthian church, noting how godly grief leads to genuine repentance.
“Do not be unequally yoked” is not a blanket ban on contact with unbelievers; it is a warning about binding yourself in partnerships that tug your heart away from Christ or deceiving nonbelievers.
Paul urges the Corinthians not to receive God’s grace in vain, exposing the gap between outward claims and reconciliation.
Paul explains why outward appearance doesn’t define true ministry, what it means to be a new creation, an ambassador for Christ, and part of God’s ministry of reconciliation.
In 2 Corinthians 5:1–11, Paul continues his defense of his ministry by explaining how his confidence in the resurrection shapes his message, motivates his courage, and defines his integrity.
2 Corinthians explained: Why Paul doesn’t lose heart in ministry, how weakness reveals God’s power and the gospel brings eternal hope.
Explore why Paul’s ministry is more glorious than Moses’. Learn how the Spirit transforms hearts and unveils the glory of the gospel.
What’s new about the New Covenant? The new covenant doesn’t just offer help. It creates new people. 2 Corinthians 3:1–6 explained.
Explore why Paul refused to change either himself or the gospel to win more converts and what that means for us today.
When Paul didn’t return to Corinth as expected, some accused him of being unreliable. His response shows us how faith navigates conflict, disappointment, and the hard work of loving others well.