We all must: 1) Get the Gospel (this point is implied in 1:13); 2) Guard the Gospel (1:13-14, with positive/negative examples: 1:15-18); 3) Give the Gospel (2:1-2, as we are strengthened by grace)
This will involve: 1) Costly single-minded focus (soldier: 2:3-4); 2) Costly discipline (athlete: 2:5); 3) Costly hard work (farmer: 2:6) including deep thinking as God gives understanding (2:7)
This will be worth it because: 1) We will please God (soldier: 2:3-4); 2) We will receive an imperishable crown (athlete: 2:5; also 4:8); 3) We will reap fruitfulness (farmer: 2:6) as we play a real part in the salvation of the elect (2:8-10)
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