Day 52: 2 Corinthians 5-7

Our Heavenly Dwelling - 2 Corinthians 5:1-10

Understand It

• Why did Paul long for heaven? (5:2-3)
• What is true as long as we are alive on this earth? (5:6)
• What should be the believer’s goal? (5:9)

Apply It

• In what small way can you detach yourself from worldly things?

The Ministry of Reconciliation - 2 Corinthians 5:11-6:2

Understand It

• Why did Christ die for everyone? (5:15)
• How is a Christian an ambassador? (5:20)
• Why should we listen carefully to the message about Christ? (6:1-2)

Apply It

• What is one way you can represent Christ to your friends and coworkers this week?

Paul's Hardships - 2 Corinthians 6:3-13

Understand It

• What price did Paul pay for following Christ? (6:4-10)
• What kind of weapons did Paul use? (6:7)
• In what way was Paul poor yet rich? (6:10)

Apply It

• What can you do this week to help another Christian persevere through hard times?

Do Not Be Yoked with Unbelievers - 2 Corinthians 6:14-7:1

Understand It

• Why is it wrong and dangerous for Christians to be bound together with unbelievers? (6:14-16)
• Why is it important for Christians to be separate from non-Christian influences? (6:16-18)
• From what did the Corinthians need to purify themselves? (7:1)

Apply It

• In what relationships do you need to maintain your freedom to follow Christian convictions?

Paul's Joy - 2 Corinthians 7:2-16

Understand It

• Why did Paul have such great confidence in the Corinthian Christians? (7:4)
• How did God comfort Paul? (7:6-7)
• What did Titus do to encourage Paul? (7:13-16)

Apply It

• What specific step can you take this week to build up another believer who is discouraged?

Tomorrow: 2 Corinthians 8-10