2 Corinthians 4:1-5:10

This is part of Paul’s apology (defense) for his ministry. Some people were doubtful of Paul’s leadership and authority as he demonstrated apparent hardships and “weaknesses” rather than Homer’s ideal of self-glorifying warrior virtues and Aristotle’s “great-souled one.” (Rikk Watts) “For what we proclaim is not ourselves, but Jesus Christ as Lord, with ourselves as