Paul's encouragements can be summarized by four headings

Paul's encouragements can be summarized by four headings:

1. We do manifest Christ to the world through our lives together. 2:14-3:3
2. We have open eyes and are changed by God's word. 3:4-3:18
3. We increase in growth, even in affliction. 4:1-12
4. We look to great, eternal rewards. 4:13-18"