New Testament in a Year – 2 Corinthians 13

Final Warnings - 2 Corinthians 13:1-14

Understand It

• Why did Paul return to Corinth a third time? (13:1-2)
• How do we know the Corinthians were doubting Paul’s authority? (13:3)
• Why did Paul plan to be firm with the chronic sinners in Corinth? (13:3-4)
• Why did Paul advise the Corinthians to examine themselves? (13:5)
• How could the Corinthians "fail the test"? (13:5)
• What does this passage reveal about Paul’s concern for the Corinthians’ spiritual welfare and regard for his own reputation? (13:7)
• How could Paul be glad despite his problems? (13:9)
• Why did Paul write to the church at Corinth? (13:10)
• For what purpose had God given authority to Paul? (13:10)
• What did Paul want the Corinthians to do? (13:11-14)
• What was Paul’s appeal in the conclusion to his letter? (13:11-14)

Apply It

• In what way would it be helpful for you to test your faith? How could you?
• Who could help you test yourself this week to see whether you are in the faith?
• What realistic, measurable goal could you set for your own growth toward godliness this week?