In 2 Corinthians, Paul's ministry of service is an example of what?

• A. Reconciliation
• B. Prophecy
• C. Justification
• D. Hope

Answer: (A)

Reconciliation is the idea being tested. In 2 Corinthians, Paul describes his work as the “ministry of reconciliation,” the calling to bring people back into a restored relationship with God through Christ. This ministry is practical and relational: it includes proclaiming the gospel that God reconciles the world to himself, forgiving sins, and guiding believers to live as ambassadors who urge others to be reconciled to God. The web of relationships—between God and humanity and among people in the church—is healed through the message and example of Paul’s service.

This fits best because the other options describe different aspects of faith. Prophecy involves speaking God’s message or foretelling events; justification is about being declared righteous by faith; hope centers on confident expectation of future blessing. The ministry of service shown in 2 Corinthians centers on restoring relationships and bringing people into reconciliation with God, making it the strongest fit.