2 Corinthians 4:7-15
7 But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, so that the surpassing greatness of the power will be of God and not from ourselves;
8 we are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not despairing;
9 persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed;
10 always carrying about in the body the dying of Jesus, so that the life of Jesus also may be manifested in our body.
11 For we who live are constantly being delivered over to death for Jesus’ sake, so that the life of Jesus also may be manifested in our mortal flesh.
12 So death works in us, but life in you.
13 But having the same spirit of faith, according to what is written, “ I believed, therefore I spoke,” we also believe, therefore we also speak,
14 knowing that He who raised the Lord Jesus will raise us also with Jesus and will present us with you.
15 For all things are for your sakes, so that the grace which is spreading to more and more people may cause the giving of thanks to abound to the glory of God.
Introduction:
Theme: Three observations of God placing His treasure in clay pots so you will gain a greater appreciation for your purpose on earth.
Two Preliminary Questions:
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Observation #1 The reason why God does this is so He can display His power vv. 7b-12
Observation #2 The consequence of this is we display our faith in this treasure and tell others vv. 13-14
Observation #3 The benefit”
of this is an abundance of thanks given to God vs. 15
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