What happensPermalink
Paul’s suffering body is only temporary; when it is destroyed, he will receive from God an eternal home, guaranteed by the Spirit already dwelling within him. Christ’s love compels him: since one died for all, all who belong to him now live no longer for themselves but for him who died and rose again. Anyone in Christ is a new creation; the old life has passed away. God has reconciled the world to himself through Christ. In Christ, the sinless one became sin for us so that we might become the righteousness of God.
Why it mattersPermalink
Paul ties his hope of resurrection to his calling: those made new in Christ are sent to share God’s reconciling love with the world.
Key versePermalink
Therefore, we are ambassadors for Christ, God making his appeal through us. We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God.