[:en]Thoughts from 1 Corinthians 04[:]

[:en]Characteristics of an apostle of Christ:

1. He has a clear conscience – “God will bring to light what is hidden in darkness and expose the motives of man’s hear.  At that time, each will receive his praise from God” (v. 5)
2. He is humble – “Do not take pride in one man over and against another” (v. 6)
3. He is courageous – “When we are cursed, we bless.  When we are persecuted, we endure it.  When we are slandered we answer kindly” (v. 12)
4. He is an example – “Therefore I urge you to imitate me” (v. 16)

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