2 corinthians 4
2 Corinthians 4 New Living Translation (NLT) Treasure in Fragile Clay Jars. Commending ourselves. "an eternal weight of glory" See SPECIAL TOPIC: GLORY at I Cor. 4. This is the only form of self-commendation or of "commendatory letter" for which I care. 8 [We are] troubled on every side, yet not distressed; [we are] perplexed, but not in despair; 9 Persecuted, but not forsaken; cast down, but not destroyed; 10 Always bearing about in the body the dying of the Lord Jesus, that the life also of Jesus might be made manifest in our body. St. Paul seems to be haunted by it (2 Corinthians 2:16; 2 Corinthians 3:3; 2 Corinthians 4:10; 2 Corinthians 5:10, 11; 2 Corinthians 7:12; 2 Corinthians 11:6). 2 Corinthians 4. We refuse to practice [] cunning or to tamper with God's word, but by the open statement of the truth we would commend ourselves to everyone's conscience in the sight of God. 2 Corinthians 4 New American Standard Bible (NASB) Paul’s Apostolic Ministry. 2:7. Commentary on 2 Corinthians 4:13-18 (Read 2 Corinthians 4:13-18) The grace of faith is an effectual remedy against fainting in times of trouble. See Special Topic: Paul's Use of Huper Compounds at I Cor. 2 Corinthians 4 2 For I made up my mind u not to make another painful visit to you . 2 But we have renounced the hidden things of shame, not walking in craftiness nor handling the word of God deceitfully, but by manifestation of the truth # 2 Cor. 2 Corinthians 4:18 we keep our eyes, not on the things seen, but on the things unseen: The Christians in Corinth were carrying out their ministry under much hardship. We don’t maneuver and manipulate behind the scenes. The coming day will burn them up,” says the Lord who rules over all. 2 Corinthians 4. 2 Rather, we have renounced secret and shameful ways; we do not use deception, nor do we distort the word of God. 2 But have a renounced the hidden things of b dishonesty, not walking in craftiness, nor handling the word of God c deceitfully; but by manifestation of the d truth commending ourselves to every man’s e conscience in the sight of God.. 3 But if our gospel be hid, it is hid to them that are lost: We don't maneuver and manipulate behind t... Read verse in The Message Bible 2 Corinthians 4:11 Parallel Verses [⇓ See commentary ⇓] 2 Corinthians 4:11, NIV: "For we who are alive are always being given over to death for Jesus' sake, so that his life may also be revealed in our mortal body." 4 Therefore, having this ministry by the mercy of God, [] we do not lose heart. ὡς θεοῦ διάκονοι] different in sense from ὡς θ. διακόνους (Vulg. (The actual manuscript page contains 2Co 4:13–5:4.) DISCUSSION QUESTIONS This collection contains nine of his letters, including nearly all of 1 and 2 Corinthians. 2 Corinthians 4. 4:17 "is producing" This same verb is used in Rom. 2 Corinthians 4:11, ESV: "For we who live are always being given over to death for Jesus’ sake, so that the life of Jesus also may be manifested in our mortal flesh." 2 But we have renounced disgraceful, underhanded ways. 2 Corinthians 4 New International Version << 2 Corinthians 3 | 2 Corinthians 4 | 2 Corinthians 5 >> 4 1 Therefore, since through God's mercy we have this ministry, we do not lose heart. But we have renounced the hidden things of shame, not walking in craftiness nor handling the word of God deceitfully, but by manifestation of the truth commen... Read verse in New King James Version 2 Corinthians 4:4 Parallel Verses [⇓ See commentary ⇓] 2 Corinthians 4:4, NIV: "The god of this age has blinded the minds of unbelievers, so that they cannot see the light of the gospel that displays the glory of Christ, who is the image of God." * [4:13–14] Like the Psalmist, Paul clearly proclaims his faith, affirming life within himself despite death (2 Cor 4:10–11) and the life-giving effect of his experience upon the church (2 Cor 4:12, 14–15). 4. 2 Corinthians 4:8-12. 2 Corinthians 4:3 - 4:4. It is the oldest known manuscript collection of Paul’s letters. "Amidst real hardships and suffering, Paul expresses hope in God's work to redeem and to transform." 2 Corinthians 4 is the fourth chapter of the Second Epistle to the Corinthians in the New Testament of the Christian Bible.It is authored by Paul the Apostle and Timothy (2 Corinthians 1:1) in Macedonia in 55–56 CE. 1 Therefore, since through God’s mercy we have this ministry, we do not lose heart. 2 Rather, we have renounced secret and shameful ways; we do not use deception, nor do we distort the word of God. Present Weakness and Resurrection Life 1Therefore, since through God’s mercy we have this ministry, we do not lose heart. 4 1 “For indeed the day 2 is coming, burning like a furnace, and all the arrogant evildoers will be chaff. Commentary, 2 Corinthians 4:13-5:1, Preaching This Week, WorkingPreacher.org, 2012. Now viewing scripture range from the book of 2 Corinthians chapter 4:3 through chapter 4:4... 2 Corinthians Chapter 4. 7:25 as we have received mercy, we # Luke 18:1; 2 Cor. 2 Corinthians 4 Therefore, since we have this ministry, as we have received mercy, we do not lose heart. The Politics of 2 Corinthians 4:13-5:1, Aaron Howard, Political Theology, 2012. 2 Corinthians 6:4 f. Συνιστῶντες ἑαυτ.] 2 Corinthians 4:4 Context. We are troubled — The four articles in this verse respect inward, the four in the next outward afflictions. 6:9; Eph. Ultimately, everything is ordered even beyond the community, toward God (2 Cor 4:15; cf. The Second Epistle to the Corinthians, commonly referred to as Second Corinthians or in writing 2 Corinthians, is a Pauline epistle of the New Testament of the Christian Bible.The epistle is attributed to Paul the Apostle and a co-author named Timothy, and is addressed to the church in Corinth and Christians in the surrounding province of Achaea, in modern-day Greece. We don’t try to trick anyone or distort the word of God. 2 Corinthians 4 - Therefore, since through God's mercy we have this ministry, we do not lose heart. 2 Corinthians 4 - ESV: Therefore, having this ministry by the mercy of God, we do not lose heart. 2 Corinthians 4 Since God has so generously let us in on what he is doing, we're not about to throw up our hands and walk off the job just because we run into occasional hard times. 3:13 do not lose heart. 2Co 4:2 - But we have renounced the hidden things of shame, not walking in craftiness nor handling the word of God deceitfully, but by manifestation of the truth commending ourselves to every man’s conscience in the sight of God. We tell the truth before God, and all who are honest know this. We refuse to wear masks and play games. 2 Corinthians 4 ... 4 The god of this age has blinded the minds of unbelievers, so that they cannot see the light of the gospel that displays the glory of Christ, who is the image of God. We refuse to wear masks and play games. 2 Cor 1:11). Treasure in Fragile Clay Jars. 1-2 Since God has so generously let us in on what he is doing, we’re not about to throw up our hands and walk off the job just because we run into occasional hard times. Psalm 50:2 Out of Zion, the perfection of beauty, God hath shined. 2Rather, we have renounced secret and shameful ways; we do not use deception, nor do we distort the word of God. “It 3 will not leave even a root or branch. 4 In whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, lest the light of the glorious gospel of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine unto them. Trial and Torture. Here ἑαυτ. Present Weakness and Resurrection Life. 2 For v if I cause you pain , who is there to make me glad but the one whom I have pained ? 4 Therefore, since God in his mercy has given us this new way, [] we never give up. 4. This papyrus manuscript is designated P 46 and is often dated to about 200 C.E. They are unable to see the glorious light of the Good News. 2Co 4:2 - But have renounced the hidden things of dishonesty, not walking in craftiness, nor handling the word of God deceitfully; but by manifestation of the truth commending ourselves to every man's conscience in the sight of God. we never give up. 3:13; 2 Thess. 2 Corinthians 4:4 4 The god l of this age m has blinded n the minds of unbelievers, so that they cannot see the light of the gospel that displays the glory of Christ, o … 5:3-4 and James 1:2-4, which also speaks of the benefits of suffering and persecution. The hope of this resurrection will encourage in a suffering day, and set us above the fear of death. 2 Corinthians 4 English Standard Version (ESV) The Light of the Gospel. 4:16; Gal. In each clause the former part shows the earthen vessels; the latter, the excellence of the power. 2 Corinthians 4 2 Corinthians 4. 2:1. 2 Corinthians 4:6 For God, who commanded the light to shine out of darkness, hath shined in our hearts, to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ. 2 We reject all shameful deeds and underhanded methods. 2 Corinthians 4:4 4 Satan, who is the god of this world, has blinded the minds of those who don’t believe. But we have renounced disgraceful, underhanded ways. We don’t try to trick anyone or distort the word of God. 1 Therefore seeing we have this ministry, as we have received a mercy, we faint not;. We tell the truth before God, and all who are honest know this. "far beyond all comparison" Huperbolē. Twice in this chapter (verses 1 and 16) this sentence occurs: "Therefore, we do not lose heart". 3 But if our gospel be hid, it is hid to them that are lost:. 2 We reject all shameful deeds and underhanded methods. is not, as in 2 Corinthians 3:1, 2 Corinthians 4:12, prefixed, because συνιστ. Watch our overview video on 2 Corinthians, which breaks down the literary design of the book and its flow of thought. 2 Corinthians Chapter 4. : ministros). 1 Therefore, since we have this ministry, # 1 Cor. 2 But for you who respect my name, the sun of vindication 4 will rise with healing wings, 5 and you will skip about 6 like calves released from the stall. 1 Therefore seeing we have this ministry, as we have received mercy, we faint not; 2 But have renounced the hidden things of dishonesty, not walking in craftiness, nor handling the word of God deceitfully; but by manifestation of the truth commending ourselves to every man's conscience in the sight of God. 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