The Testimony of the Conscience

Scott Beyer
05/08/23 - Bulletin

“For our proud confidence is this: the testimony of our conscience, that in holiness and godly sincerity, not in fleshly wisdom but in the grace of God, we have conducted ourselves in the world, and especially toward you.” (2 Corinthians 1:12)

            What is the testimony of your conscience?  Paul’s conscience testified that he was honest with everyone he came in contact with and was genuinely trying to conduct himself with humility and according to God’s will, not his own.  Can we say the same?

            Your conscience has a story to tell.  It will bark at you when you are doing that which you believe to be wrong, and it will proudly give you confidence when you are doing that which you believe to be right.  Everyone should listen to their conscience and try and align their behavior with what it says.  The testimony of the conscience is the voice that tells you whether or not you are living a sincere life – a genuine attempt at holiness.  Don’t ignore it.  God gave you that voice in your head for a reason!

Matthew 4:4 #Biblebites

Today’s Reading: 2 Corinthians 1:12-24

Questions to ask:

1. How is Paul feeling as he writes today’s passage? What is his mood?
2. What are the central themes in Paul’s preaching and teaching which are being emphasized, or how are the central themes in this epistle being emphasized in today’s reading?
3. How does our reading show Paul’s people skills, especially how he handles conflict?
4. What in this passage would change the lives of the believer(s) being addressed? How does it make me a better disciple?
5. How does this show the “good news” of the gospel? How can I share that with someone else?

This year, #Biblebites are following the life and writings of Paul.  If you would like a copy of the reading schedule, you can view it here: https://eastlandchristians.org/news-events/2023-vision

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