2 Corinthians 5: Ambassadors of Reconciliation

Believers long for their heavenly dwelling and aim to please the Lord, before whose judgment seat all must appear. Christ's love compels Paul, since anyone in Christ is a new creation, and God reconciled the world to himself by placing our sin on his sinless Son.

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According to 2 Corinthians 5:20, what role does Paul say believers play, and what appeal does he make on Christ's behalf?

Believers are collectors owed a debt, and the appeal is: repay those whom you have wrongedBelievers are spectators with no active role, and the appeal is: wait quietly for God to actBelievers are ambassadors for Christ, through whom God makes His appeal, and the appeal is: be reconciled to GodBelievers are judges who decide who is worthy of reconciliation, and the appeal is: prove yourselves first