Paul writes boldly here as a reminder of the burden that Christ has placed on him as a minister to the Gentiles. As a minister, Paul is to proclaim the Gospel of God. While Paul borrows language from the priesthood, he is emphasizing that his ministry is the sacrifice. Dr. Sproul explains Paul's thinking in this section.

This sermon is from the Lord’s Day pulpit ministry of R.C. Sproul at Saint Andrew’s Chapel near Orlando, Florida.