A) In Chapter 4 of Second Corinthians, Paul points out that we have received this ministry. The emphasis is on the word we as in you, me, him, and everyone who belongs to the Lord.

B) This portion of the verse is the key to understanding how ministry works. Through the mercy of God. In other words, when we involve ourselves in ministry, we bring skills, understanding, wisdom, and many things to the table. Most of the time, they differ from person to person, but they all come from one flow. And that flow is the mercy of God.

C) We don't lose heart because of God’s mercy and endless kindness. That means that, although we should never practice sin, we can never lose sight of the fact that we are sustained through HIS mercy.

D) Paul then contrasts practicing sin with the proclamation of truth. The more we proclaim the truth, the more practicing deceit weakens in our lives. It’s a nifty little key. Speak the truth often. There you go.