Knowing God—A Study in 2nd Corinthians
Moving Beyond Knowledge into Experience—
Igniting the Tinder of Truth by the Fire of the Spirit
This conference was presented in Northern Virginia February 28–March 2, 2014.
“For it is the God who commanded light to shine out of darkness,
who has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge
of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.” 2Co 4:6
Second Corinthians is much more than just a defense and vindication of Paul’s ministry. It expounds the foundation of his life and service in the experiential knowledge of God in all His varied manifestations to Paul. In other words, Paul was who he was, and did what he did, because he continued to grow in his knowledge of God. This knowledge was not merely intellectual or academic. Rather it was essentially experiential, as Paul came to know the living Christ in his daily life.
Gene Cunningham - February 13, 2000
Cross to the Crown #1
One Mission. Crown of Righteousness (2Ti 4:8) -- longing for His appearing. Mat 16:18 "I will build my Church" -- Joh 4:24. (1) Our mission (Mat 28:18-20) is "make disciples". Comes from authority of Jesus Christ which has been delegated. (2) Our method -- go, baptize. and teach. We keep the faith by spreading it (2Ti 4:7). (3) Mystery -- "Behold I am with you always" for the purpose of fellowship with Him and one another.
Scripture References: John 4:24, Matthew 16:18, Matthew 28:18-20
From Series: "The Cross to the Crown"
To get from 'the cross to the crown' we need to make decisions to live a life of spiritual dynamics using God's provisions -- His Word and Spirit. This series given in early 2006 before Gene moved back to the States outlines ten aspects of our discipleship.