Category: 2 Corinthians

7 But we have this treasure in jars of clay, to show that the surpassing power belongs to God and not to us. Setting the Scene for 2 Corinthians 4:7 In 2 Corinthians chapter 4, the apostle Paul is writing a letter to the church in Corinth, reflecting on the challenges and trials faced in…

17 Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come. Setting the Scene for 2 Corinthians 5:17 In 2 Corinthians chapter 5, the scene is set in a bustling marketplace in the ancient city of Corinth. The apostle Paul, a prominent figure in…

1 Since we have these promises, beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from every defilement of body and spirit, bringing holiness to completion in the fear of God. 2 Make room in your hearts for us. We have wronged no one, we have corrupted no one, we have taken advantage of no one. 3 I do…

15 Thanks be to God for his inexpressible gift! Setting the Scene for 2 Corinthians 9:15 In 2 Corinthians chapter 9, the scene unfolds in the city of Corinth, a bustling hub of trade and culture in ancient Greece. The apostle Paul, accompanied by his companions Timothy and Titus, is addressing a gathering of believers…