1. 2 Corinthians 2

2. Central truth: Christians have the responsibility to be the fragrance of Christ. Aim: Listeners will choose to become the fragrance of Christ by sharing His joy, forgiveness and abundant life through their words and actions.

3. I. Promote joy. vs1-4 II. Practice forgiveness. vs5-11 III. Live for Christ. vs12-17

4.  1 Corinthians 13:7  John 15:11-12  2 Corinthians 7:6-7

5. 1-No church should fail to discipline offending members. 2-Discipline should not be administered by the decision of any one man but by the will of the majority following specific Biblical guidelines. 3-The purpose of all discipline should be to reform & reclaim the offender. 4-A repentant offender should receive forgiveness & be treated w/affection.

6. A completed work is the joyful reward of any laborer