2 corinthians 12

(AG) If I love you more,(AH) will you love me less? (2 Corinthians 12:4) Paul is not very clear as to whether he saw this happen, or he had a vision of it. 20 For I fear, lest, when I come, I shall not find you such as I would, and that I shall be found unto you such as ye would not: lest there be debates, envyings, wraths, strifes, backbitings, whisperings, swellings, tumults: 21 And lest, when I come again, my God will humble me among you, and that I shall bewail many which have sinned already, and have not repented of the uncleanness and fornication and lasciviousness which they have committed. In this case, it is logical to conclude that Paul speaks of making three heartfelt requests to the Lord Jehovah, the “Hearer of prayer.”. 2 Corinthians 12 - It is doubtless* not profitable for me to boast. 2 Corinthians 12. 2-corinthians 12:6 For though I would desire to glory, I shall not be a fool; for I will say the truth: but … 2 - I Know A Man In Christ Who Fourteen Years Ago Was Caught Up To The Third Heaven. 10 That is why, for Christ’s sake, I delight(T) in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships,(U) in persecutions,(V) in difficulties. The Lord has shown me special things, like in a dream. Bible Gateway Plus makes it easy. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the … 13 For what is it wherein ye were inferior to other churches, except it be that I myself was not a burdensome to you? (AF) 15 So I will very gladly spend for you everything I have and expend myself as well. on (the Lord), which in some instances is used to refer to Jehovah and in others, to Jesus. (Z) 12 I persevered in demonstrating among you the marks of a true apostle, including signs, wonders and miracles. 2 Corinthians 12:11 Or super-apostles. 2 Corinthians 12:9 Lit in. Whether it was in the body or out of the body I do not know—God knows. ( B) from the Lord. # Gal. (F) 3 And I know that this man—whether in the body or apart from the body I do not know, but God knows— 4 was caught up(G) to paradise(H) and heard inexpressible things, things that no one is permitted to tell. This is implied from the fact that Paul, not finding Titus at Troas, went into Macedonia. 2 Corinthians 12:2 Parallel Verses [⇓ See commentary ⇓] 2 Corinthians 12:2, NIV: "I know a man in Christ who fourteen years ago was caught up to the third heaven.Whether it was in the body or out of the body I do not know--God knows." I must go on boasting. Upgrade to the best Bible learning experience! He is concerned that when he comes to visit them, he will find some still participating in ongoing and unrepentant sin (2 Corinthians 12… 16 But be it so, I did not burden you: nevertheless, being crafty, I caught you with guile. Sunday, July 5, 2020. we speak before God in Christ: but we do all things, dearly beloved, for your edifying. 17 Did I exploit you through any of the men I sent to you? 2 Corinthians 12:15(NASB) Verse Thoughts. 2 Corinthians 12:18 Or by the same Spirit. (1-6) Paul reluctantly describes his vision. 7 And lest I should be exalted above measure through the abundance of the revelations, there was given to me a thorn in the flesh, the messenger of Satan to buffet me, lest I should be exalted above measure. Although there is nothing to be gained, I will go on to visions and revelations from the Lord. 1 - I Must Go On Boasting. 12 I must go on boasting. 1 I * must boast; not that it is profitable, but I will go on to visions and revelations of the Lord. Although there is nothing to be gained, I will go on to visions and revelations from the Lord. 2 I. 2 After Jesus was born in Bethlehem 1 in Judea, in the time 2 of King Herod, 3 wise men 4 from the East came to Jerusalem 5 2 saying, “Where is the one who is born king of the Jews? 1:12; 2:2; Eph. 2 Corinthians 12:18 Lit walk. (E) Whether it was in the body or out of the body I do not know—God knows. 12 Truly the a signs of an apostle were wrought among you in all patience, in signs, and wonders, and mighty deeds. 4:17; Rev. Finally, Paul reminds them they are not his judge. When first introduced to the believers at Corinth we find a group of Christians that despite boasting their diverse spiritual gifts were devoid of love, and wallowed in a divergent range of ungodly actions and attitudes, including: quarrelling, envying, anger, bitterness, back-biting, carnal intrigues and gross spiritual immaturity. 2 I knew a man in Christ above fourteen years ago, (whether in the body, I cannot tell; or whether out of the body, I cannot tell: God knoweth;) such an one caught up to the third heaven. 2 Corinthians 12:2 - I know a man in Christ who fourteen years ago—whether in the body I do not know, or out of the body I do not know, God knows—such a man was caught up … New International Version (NIV). 2 Corinthians 12 - Boasting is necessary, though it is not profitable; but I will go on to visions and revelations *of the Lord. 2 Corinthians 12 New International Version Paul’s Vision and His Thorn 1 I must go on boasting. 5:17. in Christ who fourteen years ago was. 12 It is not expedient for me doubtless to glory. Faith, hope, love, peace, righteousness, are still there, but there has passed away a glory from the earth, and the joy of that ecstatic rapture lies in the remote past, never to return on earth. Streamed live from Calvary Chapel Valley Springs. I will come … forgive me this wrong. 16 Be that as it may, I have not been a burden to you. 14 Behold, the third time I am ready to come to you; and I will not be burdensome to you: for I seek not yours but you: for the children ought not to lay up for the parents, but the parents for the children. For when I am weak, then I am strong. Only God knows. 12:5; [Ezek. I do not know. 2 Corinthians 12:12 Or works of power. 2 Corinthians 12:9 And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. For we saw his star when it rose 6 and have come to worship him.” 3 When King Herod 7 heard this he was alarmed, and all Jerusalem with him. Although There Is Nothing To Be Gained, I Will Go On To Visions And Revelations From The Lord. We are not capable, nor … But I refrain, so no one will think more of me than is warranted by what I do or say, 7 or because of these surpassingly great revelations. Of course, they do not (2 Corinthians 12:16–18). 8 For this thing I besought the Lord thrice, that it might depart from me. was caught up to the third heaven fourteen years ago. I knew a man in Christ about fourteen years ago. I will reluctantly tell about visions and revelations from the Lord. forgive me this wrong. Paul’s Vision and His Thorn 1I must go on boasting. 19 Again, think ye that we excuse ourselves unto you? Don't have an account? Choose a verse from '2 Corinthians 12' to begin your 'Verse-by-Verse' study of God's Word using the more than 100 commentaries available on StudyLight.org It will not really help you, but I will tell you anyway. CHAPTER 12. (I) 6 Even if I should choose to boast,(J) I would not be a fool,(K) because I would be speaking the truth. Whether It Was In The Body Or Out Of The Body I Do Not Know--god Knows. "For though I would desire to glory, I shall not be a fool; for I will say the truth: but [now] I forbear, lest … Sign In. ( C) who fourteen years ago was caught up. Whether it was in the body or out of the body I do not know—God knows. (R)”(S) Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. 2 Corinthians 12:12 — The Lexham English Bible (LEB) 12 Indeed, the signs of an apostle have been done among you with all patient endurance, both signs and wonders and deeds of power. 2 I know a man. Commentary on 2 Corinthians 12:1-6 (Read 2 Corinthians 12:1-6) There can be no doubt the apostle speaks of himself. 11 I am become a fool in glorying; ye have compelled me: for I ought to have been commended of you: for in nothing am I behind the very chiefest apostles, though I be nothing. Titus did not exploit you, did he? 8:3; Acts 8:39] caught up to. 12 I must go on boasting. Did Titus make a gain of you? We have been speaking in the sight of God(AM) as those in Christ; and everything we do, dear friends,(AN) is for your strengthening. 10 Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christ's sake: for when I am weak, then am I strong. 12 1 I must go on boasting. I will come to visions and revelations of the Lord. Whether heavenly things were brought down to him, while his body was in a trance, as in the case of ancient prophets; or whether his soul was dislodged from the body for a time, and taken up into heaven, or whether he was taken up, body and soul together, he knew not. 2 I knew a man in Christ above fourteen years ago, (whether in the body, I cannot tell; or whether out of the body, I cannot tell: God knoweth;) such an one caught up to the third heaven. 12 It is not expedient for me doubtless to glory. Did we not walk in the same footsteps by the same Spirit? 9 And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. (AO) 20 For I am afraid that when I come(AP) I may not find you as I want you to be, and you may not find me as you want me to be. Apparently, Titus made his journey across the Aegean Sea to Corinth and was to return by land to meet Paul at Troas (2 Corinthians 2:12-13). Though there is nothing to be gained by it, I will go on to visions and. 2 Corinthians 12:1. walked we not in the same spirit? It is doubtless not profitable for me to boast. Realistically, Paul is in a better position to judge them, as an apostle of Christ. 2 I know a certain man who belongs to Christ. (AQ) I fear that there may be discord,(AR) jealousy, fits of rage, selfish ambition,(AS) slander,(AT) gossip,(AU) arrogance(AV) and disorder. NIV, Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible, Red Letter Edition: Bringing to Life the Ancient World of Scripture, NIV, Chronological Study Bible: Holy Bible, New International Version, NIV, Beautiful Word Bible Journal, Romans, Comfort Print, NIV, Verse Mapping Bible, Comfort Print: Find Connections in Scripture Using a Unique 5-Step Process, NIV, Story of Jesus: Experience the Life of Jesus as One Seamless Story. Paul's Visions and His Thorn. Perhaps this man was still in his body. (A) Although there is nothing to be gained, I will go on to visions and revelations(B) from the Lord. 1 I must go on boasting. Do you wish you knew the Bible better? c Aim for restoration, comfort one another, 2 d agree with one another, e live in peace; and the God of love and f peace will be with you. I ought to have been commended by you, for I am not in the least inferior to the “super-apostles,”[a](Y) even though I am nothing. Although there is nothing to be gained, I will go on to visions and revelations from the Lord. Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.® Used by permission. 2I know a man in Christ who fourteen years ago was caught up to the third heaven. It works everywhere you sign in, even with the mobile app! 17 Did I make a gain of you by any of them whom I sent unto you? 2 I know a man in Christ(C) who fourteen years ago was caught up(D) to the third heaven. 2 I know a man in Christ who fourteen years ago was caught up to the third heaven. 2 Corinthians 12 How God has helped Paul. 18 I urged(AJ) Titus(AK) to go to you and I sent our brother(AL) with him. 2 Corinthians 12:10 Or mistreatment. However, based on the context of this section on Paul's boasting, Paul is referring to himself being taken into heaven and hearing things that no mortal can repeat. Register! 13 h All the saints greet you. King James Version (KJV). I will come to visions and revelations of the Lord: walked we not in the same steps? Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me. Try it free today. 2 Corinthians 12:12 Lit of the apostle. 6 For though I would desire to glory, I shall not be a fool; for I will say the truth: but now I forbear, lest any man should think of me above that which he seeth me to be, or that he heareth of me. All rights reserved worldwide. 1 This boasting will do no good, but I must go on. Although there is nothing to be gained, I will go on to visions and revelations … 15 And I will very gladly spend and be spent for you; though the more abundantly I love you, the less I be loved. # ver. 1 I must go on boasting. Perhaps he had gone away from his body. KJV, Holy Bible, Larger Print, Paperback, Comfort Print: Holy Bible, King James Version, KJV, Open Bible, Red Letter Edition, Comfort Print: Complete Reference System, KJV, Value Thinline Bible, Large Print, Red Letter Edition, Comfort Print: Holy Bible, King James Version, KJV, Journal the Word Bible, Large Print, Red Letter Edition: Reflect, Journal, or Create Art Next to Your Favorite Verses, KJV, Vest Pocket New Testament & Psalms, Leathersoft, Black, Red Letter: Holy Bible, King James Version, KJV, Baby's First Bible, Hardcover, Multicolor: A special keepsake for your new arrival. 12 g Greet one another with a holy kiss. (AI) Yet, crafty fellow that I am, I caught you by trickery! 2 Corinthians 11 2 Corinthians 12 2 Corinthians 13. 2 I know someone in Christ who, fourteen years ago (whether in the body or out of the body I do not know, God knows), was caught up to the third heaven. 5 Of such an one will I glory: yet of myself I will not glory, but in mine infirmities. (AW) 21 I am afraid that when I come again my God will humble me before you, and I will be grieved(AX) over many who have sinned earlier(AY) and have not repented of the impurity, sexual sin and debauchery(AZ) in which they have indulged. 2 Corinthians 12:2 — American Standard Version (ASV 1901) 2 I know a man in Christ, fourteen years ago (whether in the body, I know not; or whether out of the body, I know not; God knoweth), such a one caught up even to the third heaven. Read Bible Book Of 2 Corinthians Chapter 12 In Online. received it (2 Corinthians 2:12-13; 7:6-8). # 12:2 Greek I know a man in Christ who. Return to the Main Player. 2 Corinthians 12:2. 2 Corinthians 12:12 — New International Reader’s Version (NIrV) 2 Corinthians 12:3. 11 Finally, brothers, 1 rejoice. 2 Corinthians 12:12 Or confirming miracles. After all, children should not have to save up for their parents,(AE) but parents for their children. 14 years ago, God quickly took this man up to the third heaven. Try it free for 30 days. 2 I know a man in Christ. 2 Corinthians 12 New International Version << 2 Corinthians 11 | 2 Corinthians 12 | 2 Corinthians 13 >> Paul's Thorn in the Flesh. It is authored by Paul the Apostle and Timothy (2 … # See ch. Paul’s Vision and His Thorn in the Flesh. 1 I must continue to praise myself. 2 Corinthians 12 is the twelfth chapter of the Second Epistle to the Corinthians in the New Testament of the Christian Bible. For though I would desire to glory, I shall not be a fool; for I will say the truth: but now I forbear, lest … Copyright © 2019 by Zondervan. 12 Truly the signs of an apostle were wrought among you in all patience, in signs, and wonders, and mighty deeds. 3:3. revelations of the Lord. 19 Have you been thinking all along that we have been defending ourselves to you? I will come to visions and revelations of the Lord. NIV Reverse Interlinear Bible: English to Hebrew and English to Greek. Favoriting is a great way to keep a list of sermons, programs, and ministry resources in your account. ( D) to the third heaven. 13 For what is it wherein ye were inferior to other churches, except it be that I myself was not burdensome to you? 14 Now I am ready to visit you for the third time,(AD) and I will not be a burden to you, because what I want is not your possessions but you. (AB) Forgive me this wrong!(AC). 18 I desired Titus, and with him I sent a brother. 5 I will boast about a man like that, but I will not boast about myself, except about my weaknesses. (L) Therefore, in order to keep me from becoming conceited, I was given a thorn in my flesh,(M) a messenger of Satan,(N) to torment me. ( A) Although there is nothing to be gained, I will go on to visions and revelations. Coming to the issue of visions and revelations of the Lord, he describes "a man … (AA) 13 How were you inferior to the other churches, except that I was never a burden to you? 8 Three times I pleaded with the Lord to take it away from me. "THE SECOND EPISTLE TO THE CORINTHIANS" Chapter Twelve OBJECTIVES IN STUDYING THIS CHAPTER 1) To understand why the Lord allowed Paul to suffer so much persecution 2) To see why Paul took pleasure in his infirmities suffered for Christ's sake SUMMARY We find Paul compelled to continue his "foolish boasting". 3 And I knew such a man, (whether in the body, or out of the body, I cannot tell: God knoweth;). 3; 1 Thess. 4 How that he was caught up into paradise, and heard unspeakable words, which it is not lawful for a man to utter. (O) 9 But he said to me, “My grace(P) is sufficient for you, for my power(Q) is made perfect in weakness. 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