2 Corinthians 10, 11, The Spiritual War and Jealous Jabs.

 

2 Corinthians 10 – The Spiritual War

The Christian life is like a war. Christians “walk in the flesh”, meaning they are human beings capable of being tempted, hurt, even killed in this war. The battleground is the world, but the true battle is in the spiritual realm between the forces of Christ and the forces of satan. Believers have weapons to protect them and help them pull down satan’s strongholds. Satan and his forces have a tight grip on this world, but they are already defeated. Believers must stand their ground, obeying their Commander, knowing that He has already won the war.

 

2 Corinthians 11 – Jealous Jabs

The word jealous can be used positively or negatively. Paul said that he was “jealous for” the Corinthian believer “with godly jealousy.” He had brought them the gospel message and they had received it. Paul feared, however, that these young believers would be enticed away from Christ. Paul’s jealousy was not for his own reputation but for the Corinthians’ eternal safety. Human jealousy, however, often has a less than noble focus – such as another’s looks, wealth, popularity, or power and it is harmful to all involved. Believers must be careful not to allow jealousy over petty issues to harm them or others.

 

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