15 Greek words.

And these 15 Greek words translated into English,

carefully define and perfectly balance

the mystery of reconciliation.

They show us the essence of the atonement.

In fact, in the one verse that I read you

is the heart of the good news.

Thanks for making grace to you part of your day.

As John MacArthur continues his study titled,

The New Testament, Beginning to End,

it's a collection of influential sermons

from John's 50 plus years of pulpit ministry.

Today John focuses on second Corinthians

in a message titled, 15 Words of Hope.

But before continuing this series,

John, and thinking about the thousands of sermons

you've preached over the years,

let me ask, was there a particular message you preached

or passage that you studied that especially shaped you

that had a foundational impact on your spiritual life?

Well, you know, everything I've ever preached

through the years has gripped my soul.

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