Introduction:
- Paul uses his personal testimony to defend the Gospel.
1. You say: My Message is Made Up (1:11-12).
- Paul’s defence: Revelation from Christ.
2. You say: I’m Hiding the Truth about my Past (1:13-17).
- Paul’s defence: Transformation of Life.
3. You say: Not Accepted by the Leaders in Jerusalem (1:18-24).
- Paul’s defence: Vindication from God
4. You say: I’m Arrogant and Proud (2:1-10).
- Paul’s defence: Co-operation in the Gospel.
Conclusion:
- It is our God-given duty as Christians to defend the truth of the Gospel from error and falsehood.
- The power of a personal testimony:
- It’s your story.
- It’s unique.
- It’s engaging.
- It can point people to Jesus Christ.