In 2 Corinthians Paul writes about how through Christ God reconciled us with Him.1 Kris Vallotton, the Senior Associate Leader of Bethel Church in Redding, CA, has some phenomenal teachings on this passage. He emphasizes how God reconciled us by “not counting men's sins against them.” Paul says that we have been given this ministry of reconciliation. Kris talks about how this should have implications for the way Christians interact with the world. That same “not counting men's sins against them” thing.
This connects with the teachings of Jesus, where He implores Christians not to Judge.2 Instead, He repeatedly tells His followers to love others, even their enemies.3 Maybe, this implies that Christians should be the least judgmental and most loving group of people. Maybe, their purpose is to bless the rest of the world.4 Maybe, it's actually kindness that leads people to repentance.5
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