Summary:
Paul emphasizes the importance of accepting God's grace and the urgency of responding to it. He urges the Corinthians not to take God's grace lightly, reminding them that now is the favorable time for salvation. He stresses that this moment is crucial, as the day of salvation is at hand, and he encourages them to embrace this opportunity wholeheartedly. Paul’s message highlights the significance of commitment to God and the urgency of living out one's faith in the present moment.
Teaching:
As Paul confessed, if we can proclaim ourselves as co-workers with God, we will live a blessed life for a year. God does not leave His co-workers alone. Those who live in God's name are accompanied by God, who stakes His name on them.
Be someone who does God's work, so that you can be known by God as "I know you." To achieve this, you need to listen to His word, say "Amen," and strive to live according to it. God’s grace operates according to His divine timing.
When His work is accomplished, we confirm that God is alive, and our lives are transformed, separating our past from our future. This separation allows us to live as new creations.
Excerpt from the sermon by Pastor Lee, Jan 2, 2026
2 Corinthians 6:1-2