1. How does Paul describe our earthly and heavenly bodies?

2. How can Paul’s longing for his heavenly dwelling inspire your own perspective on life and death?

3. What does it mean to appear before the judgment seat of Christ?

4. What does Christ’s death mean for the lives we lead according to verses 14-15?

5. How does Christ’s love compel us in our actions and attitudes?

6. What is the "ministry of reconciliation," and what role do we play in it?

7. How does becoming a new creation in Christ affect our interactions and relationships with others?

8. What does it mean to no longer regard anyone from a worldly point of view?

9. How does understanding that we are Christ's ambassadors affect our sense of purpose and responsibility?

10. What does it mean that God made Christ, who had no sin, to be sin for us?

11. How does the reality of becoming the righteousness of God in Christ inspire you?

12. How can you practically apply the truths of reconciliation and the new creation in your everyday life?

13. How can you exhibit courage in the face of trials as Paul described in this chapter?

14. How does the reality of Christ’s sacrificial love affect your understanding of love in general?

15. How does understanding our future heavenly dwelling influence how we live today?

16. How does the promise of a heavenly dwelling give hope in times of struggle?

17. How should the concept of the judgment seat of Christ affect our actions?

18. How can you live your life in a way that reflects you are a new creation?

19. In what ways can you be an ambassador for Christ in your community?

20. How can this chapter affect your understanding of the Gospel's role in your life?