Category: 2 Corinthians

2 Corinthians 1:21 is about God establishing believers in Christ, anointing them, and sealing them with the Holy Spirit as a guarantee of their inheritance. 21 And it is God who establishes us with you in Christ, and has anointed us, Setting the Scene for 2 Corinthians 1:21 In 2 Corinthians chapter 1, the scene…

2 Corinthians 1:8 is about facing such overwhelming trials and hardships that one feels utterly burdened beyond their own strength, leading them to rely solely on God’s power and not on their own abilities. 8 For we do not want you to be unaware, brothers, of the affliction we experienced in Asia. Setting the Scene…

2 Corinthians 10:17-18 is about recognizing that true greatness and validation come from the Lord, not from comparing oneself to others or seeking human approval. 17 “Let the one who boasts, boast in the Lord.” 18 For it is not the one who commends himself who is approved, but the one whom the Lord commends.…

2 Corinthians 11:13-14 is about warning against false apostles who disguise themselves as servants of righteousness but are deceitful agents of Satan. 13 For such men are false apostles, deceitful workmen, disguising themselves as apostles of Christ. 14 And no wonder, for even Satan disguises himself as an angel of light. Setting the Scene for…

2 Corinthians 11:30 is about Paul boasting in his weaknesses to highlight the power of God at work in him. 30 If I must boast, I will boast of the things that show my weakness. Setting the Scene for 2 Corinthians 11:30 In 2 Corinthians chapter 11, the apostle Paul finds himself in a challenging…

2 Corinthians 12:1-9 is about the Apostle Paul boasting not in his own accomplishments but in his weaknesses, understanding that in his weakness, God’s strength is made perfect. I must go on boasting. Though there is nothing to be gained by it, I will go on to visions and revelations of the Lord. 2 I…

2 Corinthians 13:1 is about the importance of verifying truth with multiple witnesses before passing judgment or making a decision. This is the third time I am coming to you. Every charge must be established by the evidence of two or three witnesses. Setting the Scene for 2 Corinthians 13:1 In 2 Corinthians chapter 13,…

2 Corinthians 2:13 is about the restlessness of the apostle Paul as he traveled to spread the gospel, despite facing challenges and opposition at every turn. 13 my spirit was not at rest because I did not find my brother Titus there. So I took leave of them and went on to Macedonia. Setting the…

2 Corinthians 2:5-11 is about forgiveness, reconciliation, and the importance of showing love and compassion towards others, emphasizing the need for believers to forgive and comfort those who have repented of their wrongdoing in order to prevent Satan from gaining an advantage over them through unforgiveness and bitterness. 5 Now if anyone has caused pain,…

2 Corinthians 3:1-6 is about Paul defending his ministry and emphasizing that the true source of his competence and authenticity as a minister comes from God through the new covenant of the Spirit, not from human abilities or credentials. Are we beginning to commend ourselves again? Or do we need, as some do, letters of…