In chapter 6 of 2 Corinthians the Apostle Paul reminds the Corinthians that the ministry he had among them was given to him of God, and thus he was careful that his actions not bring any reproach or blame on this service. Every circumstance of life through which he passed was used as another proof that he and his service were of God. His heart overflows with love to the Corinthians and with the desire that their heart might overflow in love to him.
A much needed warning is given about living in separation from all moral darkness. Fellowship with those who are “dead” before God, or fellowship with any kind of wickedness, will hinder enjoyment of the relationship that we as believers have with God our Father. Paul teaches that there must be separation from evil before there can be the enjoyment of our relationship as children of God.
1. Paul was careful that the way he lived did not cause an offense to the ministry which God had given to him. What was he willing to give up in order not to cause a weaker brother to stumble? 1 Corinthians 8:___
2. What effect did the actions of the sons of the high priest Eli have on the men of Israel when they brought their offerings to the Lord? 1 Samuel 2:___
3. Jacob feared that the violence of Simeon and Levi, visited upon Hamor and his people, would have what effect on the people among whom Israel dwelt? Genesis 34:___
4. What is the reason that the Apostle Peter gives for requiring holiness in believers? 1 Peter 1:___
5. At the end of 2 Corinthians 6, the Apostle quotes scriptures showing that we are to separate from that which is unclean in order that we might enjoy our relationship as children of God our Father. When the Thessalonians turned to God, from what did they separate? 1 Thessalonians 1:___