Which book emphasizes reconciliation as a key aspect of Paul’s ministry?

• A. 2 Corinthians
• B. Ephesians
• C. Philippians
• D. Colossians

Answer: (A)

Reconciliation as Paul’s mission is central in this book. Paul frames his work as the “ministry of reconciliation,” a theme spelled out in 2 Corinthians 5:18–19: God reconciled us to himself through Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation. He even stresses that believers are ambassadors for Christ, appealing for people to be reconciled to God (2 Corinthians 5:20). This explicit focus on repairing broken relationships—between God and humanity and among the community of believers—defines the letter.

The other books touch related ideas—unity in Christ, the supremacy of Christ, or joy and perseverance in faith—but they do not center Paul's ministry on reconciliation to the same degree. Thus, the emphasis on reconciliation as a defining aspect of Paul’s mission points to this book.