LIFTING THE VEIL (7 OF 23)
by Keith Krell
Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:7-18
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Title: Lifting the Veil (7 of 23)
Series: Suffer with Purpose
Author: Keith Krell
Text: 2 Corinthians 3:7-18
Think of the most spiritual Christian you've ever known-that one person who is so transfixed with the wonder of God that you're certain they have a direct line to heaven. For me, it is Mr. David Needham. When I was in Bible College, I was fortunate to have him as a professor. Unusual for a Bible college, Professor Needham didn't have a doctorate. But it didn't matter. Why? Because he surpassed everyone with his godliness. He was in love with his Savior. He was in awe of God's majesty and mesmerized by His glory. Every time Mr. Needham prayed, he would tilt back his head, his eyes lifted toward the heavens, and he would enter the throne room as if no one else was present in the room. He would then extol praise and adoration to the living God.
Students like me would take Needham's classes just to watch him pray. Now, our dear Professor is ninety-four years old and is inhospice. Yet, he still passionately walks with God. He is even now recording his own meditations on Scripture, which you can find on YouTube. Last week, my best friend from Bible College showed me one episode and together we wept over our beloved prof's intimacy with the Savior. Anyone who studied under Professor Needham was marked for life. Mr. Needham has impacted thousands of people because he is so close to His majesty.
So, let me ask a pertinent question: Why are some Christians closer to God than others? Why do some believers enjoy a greater intimacy and passion for the Lord? Today, we will examine 2 Cor 3:7-18, and the apostle Paul will answer this age-old question. But I must warn you: This is a very dense passage. Fortunately, it funnels down in the end to drive home the point. In this landmark passage, Paul offers twoblessings of the Holy Spirit.
1. The Spirit's glory is surpassing (3:7-11). The key concept in this section is "glory." Various forms of this word occ ...
Series: Suffer with Purpose
Author: Keith Krell
Text: 2 Corinthians 3:7-18
Think of the most spiritual Christian you've ever known-that one person who is so transfixed with the wonder of God that you're certain they have a direct line to heaven. For me, it is Mr. David Needham. When I was in Bible College, I was fortunate to have him as a professor. Unusual for a Bible college, Professor Needham didn't have a doctorate. But it didn't matter. Why? Because he surpassed everyone with his godliness. He was in love with his Savior. He was in awe of God's majesty and mesmerized by His glory. Every time Mr. Needham prayed, he would tilt back his head, his eyes lifted toward the heavens, and he would enter the throne room as if no one else was present in the room. He would then extol praise and adoration to the living God.
Students like me would take Needham's classes just to watch him pray. Now, our dear Professor is ninety-four years old and is inhospice. Yet, he still passionately walks with God. He is even now recording his own meditations on Scripture, which you can find on YouTube. Last week, my best friend from Bible College showed me one episode and together we wept over our beloved prof's intimacy with the Savior. Anyone who studied under Professor Needham was marked for life. Mr. Needham has impacted thousands of people because he is so close to His majesty.
So, let me ask a pertinent question: Why are some Christians closer to God than others? Why do some believers enjoy a greater intimacy and passion for the Lord? Today, we will examine 2 Cor 3:7-18, and the apostle Paul will answer this age-old question. But I must warn you: This is a very dense passage. Fortunately, it funnels down in the end to drive home the point. In this landmark passage, Paul offers twoblessings of the Holy Spirit.
1. The Spirit's glory is surpassing (3:7-11). The key concept in this section is "glory." Various forms of this word occ ...
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