22 In addition, we are sending with them our brother who has often proved to us in many ways that he is zealous, and now even more so because of his great confidence in you. 23 As for Titus, he is my partner and co-worker among you; as for our brothers, they are representatives of the churches and an honor to Christ. 24 Therefore show these men the proof of your love and the reason for our pride in you, so that the churches can see it.
Representatives
Who comes to mind when you read each of the following?
A bad actor
A bad actress
A great cook
A great author
In your opinion, the names you thought of are examples of their respective categories.
Paul gives us the names and characteristics of afew people he believes to be “splendid examples of those who bring glory to Christ.” He refers to them as “representatives of the church.”
What are the names of several people you know that you consider splendid examples of those who bring glory to Christ? Or. Think about this: if your friends were asked who they thought was an example of someone they could recognize Christ working within, would you make the cut?
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