A MESSAGE TO THE CHURCH IN A HOSTILE WORLD

Paul’s message to his mission in the heart of paganism.

1. Comprehend our “new life in Christ” (1:3-2:10)
➢ “The outpouring of Christ’s blood is the source of the church’s life.”

2. Celebrate our participation in the family of God (2:11-3:21)
➢ “When you invite people to share in your life as a Christian, you
create future allies during rough weather.”

3. Commit to higher standards of unity and purity (4:1-5:21)
➢ “An evangelical faith without Christian ethics is self-destructive.”

4. Cultivate our relationships (5:22-6:24)
➢ “In family life, love is the oil that eases friction, the cement that
binds us closer together, and the music that brings harmony.”