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Tim Pannell

In One Breath

Tim Pannell 2 min read
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Tim Pannell
Tim Pannell 2 min read
2 articles
What does the Bible say about preaching the gospel?

The Bible emphasizes the importance of proclaiming the truth of God's word with integrity, as seen in 2 Corinthians 2:14-17.

Preaching the gospel is an integral part of the Christian faith, as commanded by Christ and exemplified by the apostles. The charge to preach the gospel involves proclaiming the truth of God’s word sincerely and without compromise. In 2 Corinthians 2:14-17, Paul illustrates that Christians are to spread the knowledge of Christ in every place, becoming a sweet fragrance to God. This dual nature of the gospel means that it brings life to believers while simultaneously bringing condemnation to non-believers, highlighting the seriousness of the message being conveyed.

2 Corinthians 2:14-17

How do we know the righteousness of Christ is true?

The righteousness of Christ is affirmed through Scripture and the transformation it brings to believers, reflecting God's truth.

The righteousness of Christ is central to the Christian doctrine and is affirmed through various scriptural references that assure us of its truth. Believers experience this righteousness as they are united with Christ, which transforms their lives and brings them peace with God. The scriptures teach that those in Christ receive His righteousness, which assures them of their standing before God. This transformation is evidence of the truth that exists in the gospel, bringing about both inner peace for believers and a reality of judgment for those outside of Christ, as described in 2 Corinthians 2:14-17.

2 Corinthians 2:14-17

Why is unity in preaching important for Christians?

Unity in preaching the gospel is vital as it reflects the integrity of God's message and the truth of His word.

Unity in preaching is essential for the integrity of the message that God has given to humanity. When Christians speak the truth of God's word in unity, it strengthens the proclamation of the gospel and ensures that the essence of Christ’s teachings is not diluted. Preaching in unity reflects the character of God, who is unwavering in His truth. In doing so, believers present a clear and compelling message that can coexist in harmony, bringing both peace among Christians and clarity to the world about the gospel's implications, as seen in Paul’s assertion in 2 Corinthians 2:14-17.

2 Corinthians 2:14-17

    Speak  no  peace where there is no peace,  and preach the gospel of Christ.  While we sometimes  may think  these  two  things are separate,  one from the other…..Behold, they are in unity as one! To  proclaim the truth of God from His word being both in the same breath. Speaking  not falsely of God, preaching Christ the righteousness of God, proclaiming the truth of all God’s words unto all creatures without comprise.  For those in Christ, the gospel is good news, but for all  outside of Christ, this gospel is not good news. For those in Christ  have peace with God, but outside of Christ bringing forth enmity against God.  In Christ, this truth, by one breath. 

Now thanks be unto God, which always causeth us to triumph in Christ, and maketh manifest the savour of his knowledge by us in every place.  For we are unto God a sweet savour of Christ, in them that are saved, and in them that perish:  To the one we are the savour of death unto death; and to the other the savour of life unto life. And who is sufficient for these things? For we are not as many, which corrupt the word of God: but as of sincerity, but as of God, in the sight of God speak we in Christ. - 2 Corinthians 2:14-17

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