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Metaphors In II Corinthians 12

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In II Corinthians 12, Paul uses the metaphor of a person's physical body to describe the way that Christians all should be working and living together. He uses this illustration to show that we all have a role, and these roles are interdependent upon each other. They cannot function apart from each other. In Colossians, Christ is stated to be the head of the body of the Church, out of which all aspects of the Church sprout. He is simultaneously the source, sustenance, and goal of all that exists (Colossians 1:15-18). The fullness of the deity dwells in Him, and He reconciles us with God through His death upon the cross (1:19-22). In Ephesians, the writer speaks of being of all of one faith, one baptism, one body. This is an allusion to …show more content…

Paul asserts that the church collectively is unified in the body of Christ (1 Cor 12:27). Paul further uses this metaphor to underscore the notion that the church represents Christ to the world. It seems as if Paul is utilizing the metaphors in Colossians, Ephesians, and I Corinthians to construct the design of the church. Christ is shown as the head, and the church comprises the different members of the body. Each member of the body is responsible for a task that is equally important to the overall functioning of the church. The church in Corinth seemed concerned with competition. It people jockeyed for position and titles. They didn’t see each position as equally important. The same holds true for Ephesus. Paul explained that we are all called to go God’s work. We have different positions, but all must work together in harmony. In Colossians, we are reminded that Christ is the head. He is our leader, and we should be quick to abide by His …show more content…

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