Does our life back up our words? Actions do speak louder than words, but actions are not the same as words. We need to both speak and live the gospel!
I wonder what kind of person the apostle Paul was? I can't get over his quote of what the Corinthians said of him, "physical presence is weak, and his public speaking is despicable." Wow, that is not what a pastor or teacher wants to hear! They said, "he should stick to writing" (in essence).
Yet Paul was bold with his life and words. He claimed the reality that the Corinthian's faith was "proof" of his faithfulness. He urged them to grow in faith so that his ministry could expand through them to the next region. He was undeterred by their low opinion of him. Possibly even emboldened by it.
What do the opinions of others do to us? This is an interesting chapter.
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