1.How does Paul identify himself in this letter? .

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"An apostle of Jesus Christ through the will of God."

Notice the positive manner in which Paul sets forth his position in Christ. This is not a form of pride or self-seeking. Rather, it is the necessary establishing of what he is and what he is doing.

In the days to come, every saint of Christ will need to know what he is and what he is doing. This strong sense of identity will enable him or her to remain separated from the world.