Saturday, April 27, 2024
Daily Scripture & Questions
II Corinthians 10-13 In this next major section, Paul appeals to the rebellious minority who still reject his gospel and authority. Paul is willing to be bold, but he would rather be meek and gentle. What were his opponents saying about Paul? What was the apostle's concern (11:1-6)? What are the contrasts between Paul's and the false apostles' ministries? Of what does Paul boast? While he hates to make his life and experiences the focus, he does so to combat the false teachers. What is Paul afraid might happen on his third visit to them? Does Paul want to be severe in his use of authority? Will he confront the false teachers in the power of God?
Family Devotions—Scripture & Questions
Read II Corinthians 12:1-10. The apostle Paul, with great hesitation, tells of a great spiritual experience he had. He does so to deal with the rebellious false apostles who are tearing down the people of the Corinthian church. What did God give Paul after the vision? Why did God give it to him? How many times did Paul ask for this to be taken away? What was God's response?
Biblical Prayer Focus
Luke 11:2-4 And he said to them, “When you pray, say: “Father, hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come. Give us each day our daily bread, and forgive us our sins, for we ourselves forgive everyone who is indebted to us. And lead us not into temptation.
Use the parts of our Lord Jesus' sample prayer as a guide for your prayers today. Seek His glory and thank Him for His provisions. Offer forgiveness even as He has forgiven you. Seek His protection from the temptations that could trip you up today.
II Corinthians 10-13 In this next major section, Paul appeals to the rebellious minority who still reject his gospel and authority. Paul is willing to be bold, but he would rather be meek and gentle. What were his opponents saying about Paul? What was the apostle's concern (11:1-6)? What are the contrasts between Paul's and the false apostles' ministries? Of what does Paul boast? While he hates to make his life and experiences the focus, he does so to combat the false teachers. What is Paul afraid might happen on his third visit to them? Does Paul want to be severe in his use of authority? Will he confront the false teachers in the power of God?
Family Devotions—Scripture & Questions
Read II Corinthians 12:1-10. The apostle Paul, with great hesitation, tells of a great spiritual experience he had. He does so to deal with the rebellious false apostles who are tearing down the people of the Corinthian church. What did God give Paul after the vision? Why did God give it to him? How many times did Paul ask for this to be taken away? What was God's response?
Biblical Prayer Focus
Luke 11:2-4 And he said to them, “When you pray, say: “Father, hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come. Give us each day our daily bread, and forgive us our sins, for we ourselves forgive everyone who is indebted to us. And lead us not into temptation.
Use the parts of our Lord Jesus' sample prayer as a guide for your prayers today. Seek His glory and thank Him for His provisions. Offer forgiveness even as He has forgiven you. Seek His protection from the temptations that could trip you up today.
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