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2 Corinthians 1:22
22who also has sealed us, and given the earnest of the Spirit in our hearts.
2 Corinthians 1:22 in other versions
- King James Version (KJV)Who hath also sealed us, and given the earnest of the Spirit in our hearts.
- New International Version (NIV)set his seal of ownership on us, and put his Spirit in our hearts as a deposit, guaranteeing what is to come.
- English Standard Version (ESV)and who has also put his seal on us and given us his Spirit in our hearts as a guarantee.
- New King James Version (NKJV)who also has sealed us and given us the Spirit in our hearts as a guarantee.
Context of 2 Corinthians 1:22
20For whatever promises of God [there are], in him is the yea, and in him the amen, for glory to God by us. 21Now he that establishes us with you in Christ, and has anointed us, [is] God, who also has sealed us, and given the earnest of the Spirit in our hearts. 23But I call God to witness upon my soul that to spare you I have not yet come to Corinth. 24Not that we rule over your faith, but are fellow-workmen of your joy: for by faith ye stand.
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ὁ καὶ σφραγισάμενος ἡμᾶς καὶ δοὺς τὸν ἀρραβῶνα τοῦ πνεύματος ἐν ταῖς καρδίαις ἡμῶν.¶Read the interlinear
Cross-references for 2 Corinthians 1:22
- John 6:27Work not [for] the food which perishes, but [for] the food which abides unto life eternal, which the Son of man shall give to you; for him has the Father sealed, [even] God.
- Romans 4:11And he received [the] sign of circumcision [as] seal of the righteousness of faith which [he had] being in uncircumcision, that he might be [the] father of all them that believe being in uncircumcision, that righteousness might be reckoned to them also;
- Ephesians 1:13in whom ye also [have trusted], having heard the word of the truth, the glad tidings of your salvation; in whom also, having believed, ye have been sealed with the Holy Spirit of promise,
- Ephesians 4:30And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, with which ye have been sealed for [the] day of redemption.
- 2 Timothy 2:19Yet the firm foundation of God stands, having this seal, [The] Lord knows those that are his; and, Let every one who names the name of [the] Lord withdraw from iniquity.
- Revelation 2:17He that has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the assemblies. To him that overcomes, to him will I give of the hidden manna; and I will give to him a white stone, and on the stone a new name written, which no one knows but he that receives [it].
- Revelation 7:3saying, Hurt not the earth, nor the sea, nor the trees, until we shall have sealed the bondmen of our God upon their foreheads.
- Revelation 9:4and it was said to them, that they should not injure the grass of the earth, nor any green thing, nor any tree, but the men who have not the seal of God on their foreheads:
- 2 Corinthians 5:5Now he that has wrought us for this very thing [is] God, who also has given to us the earnest of the Spirit.
- Romans 8:9But ye are not in flesh but in Spirit, if indeed God's Spirit dwell in you; but if any one has not [the] Spirit of Christ he is not of him:
- Ephesians 1:14who is [the] earnest of our inheritance to the redemption of the acquired possession to [the] praise of his glory.
Commentaries on 2 Corinthians 1:22
- Adam Clarke Bible Commentary · v. 22Who hath also sealed us - Not only deeply impressed His truth and image upon our hearts; but, by the miraculous gifts of the Holy Spirit, attested the truth of our extraordinary unction or calling to the ministry. And given the earnest of the Spirit - . From this unction and sealing we have a clear testimony in our souls, the Divine Spirit dwelling constantly in us, of our acceptance with God, and that our ways please him. The ̔ of the apostle is the same…Read the comment
- Barnes’ Notes on the Bible · v. 22Who hath also sealed us - The word used here (from ́ sphragizō) means to seal up; to close and make fast with a seal, or signet; as, e. g., books, letters, etc. that they may not be read. It is also used in the sense of setting a mark on anything, or a seal, to denote that it is genuine, authentic, confirmed, or approved, as when a deed, compact, or agreement is sealed. it is thus made sure; and is confirmed or established. Hence, it is applied to…Read the comment
- Matthew Henry Concise Commentary · v. 15-24Verses 15-24 The apostle clears himself from the charge of levity and inconstancy, in not coming to Corinth. Good men should be careful to keep the reputation of sincerity and constancy; they should not resolve, but on careful thought; and they will not change unless for weighty reasons. Nothing can render God's promises more certain: his giving them through Christ, assures us they are his promises; as the wonders God wrought in the life, resurrection…Read the comment
- Tyndale Open Study Notes · v. 21-22God enabled, commissioned (literally anointed), and endorsed Paul's ministry, equipping him for his work. both us and you: The Holy Spirit identifies all believers as God's own (literally sealed). The Holy Spirit is God's gift to his people (see Romans 8:1–27; Galatians 3:2–7; 5:5–6, 16–26; Ephesians 1:13–14). a pledge of what is to come: A pledge is a commercial term for a deposit or down payment, guaranteeing full possession (see 2 Corinthians 5:5…Read the comment
- Jamieson–Fausset–Brown Commentary · v. 2222. sealed--A seal is a token assuring the possession of property to one; "sealed" here answers to "stablisheth us" (2Co 1:21; 1Co 9:2). the earnest of the Spirit--that is, the Spirit as the earnest (that is, money given by a purchaser as a pledge for the full payment of the sum promised). The Holy Spirit is given to the believer now as a first instalment to assure him his full inheritance as a son of God shall be his hereafter (Ep 1:13, 14). "Sealed with…Read the comment
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Commentaries on 2 Corinthians 1
- Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
- Barnes’ Notes on the Bible
- Matthew Henry Concise Commentary
- Tyndale Open Study Notes
- Jamieson–Fausset–Brown Commentary
- Calvin’s Commentaries
- John Wesley’s Notes
- Illustrated New Testament
- Burkitt’s Expository Notes
- Darby Translation Notes
- Family Bible Notes
- Geneva Bible Translation Notes
- Kingcomments
- Matthew Henry’s Complete Commentary
- Matthew Henry’s Modern English Commentary
- The People’s New Testament
- Robertson’s Word Pictures
- Scofield Reference Notes, 1917 Edition
- Original Douay–Rheims Annotations
- Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary
- EGW Writings
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