Skarb w glinianym naczyniu (2Kor 4,7-15)

Abstract

Using the image of the treasure in the earthen vessel, Apostle Paul explains the Corinthians’ nature of his Ministry. The weakness of the Messenger does not disqualify his message, but rather it is a sign of the divine origin of the messages. This does not mean, of course, that God’s power can manifest itself only in human weakness. On the contrary, there is the link between the human experience of suffering and theological interpretation (experience of suffering as the image of the death and resurrection of Jesus). This is what the Apostle sees as the dark side of his use, participation in the fate of Jesus. The aim is that the community also took part in the glorified life of Jesus. The grace that God wants to give to both Paul and the Corinthian community is that they work towards the fulfilment and improvement of their current lives.