2 Corinthians 4:16-18

Introduction:

The heart of spiritual perception

I. Heartening process (v. 16)

A. No discouragement

B. Facing death and dying

C. Perpetual renewal

II. Productive afflictions (vv. 17,18)

A. True perspective on afflictions

B. Glorious product

C. Focus of faith

III. Summary and application

Believers are living epistles of a life-giving Lord