Paul, the Spiritual Father | When Sarcasm is Necessary

Up to this point Paul the Apostle has been using metaphors and allusions to speak kindly and winsomely to the Corinthians, now, his words become surgical, sarcastic, but with intentionality. He knows that in their midst are individuals who criticize him and belittle his ministry. He is keenly aware that many of the Corinthians believers were being influenced by these people. A good medical doctor begins every examination with questions. Good questions often reveal simple solutions rather than major surgery. With the Corinthians, let’s ask some diagnostic questions of ourselves so that we may avoid serious spiritual surgery.