New American Standard Bible 2020
2 Corinthians 4:1
2 Corinthians 4:1 in other versions
- King James Version (KJV)Therefore seeing we have this ministry, as we have received mercy, we faint not;
- New International Version (NIV)Therefore, since through God’s mercy we have this ministry, we do not lose heart.
- English Standard Version (ESV)Therefore, having this ministry by the mercy of God, we do not lose heart.
- New King James Version (NKJV)Therefore, since we have this ministry, as we have received mercy, we do not lose heart.
Context of 2 Corinthians 4:1
Therefore, since we have this ministry, as we received mercy, we do not lose heart, 2but we have renounced the things hidden because of shame, not walking in trickery nor distorting the word of God, but by the open proclamation of the truth commending ourselves to every person’s conscience in the sight of God. 3And even if our gospel is veiled, it is veiled to those who are perishing,
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Διὰ τοῦτο ἔχοντες τὴν διακονίαν ταύτην καθὼς ἠλεήθημεν, οὐκ ἐγκακοῦμεν,Read the interlinear
Cross-references for 2 Corinthians 4:1
- 2 Corinthians 3:6who also made us adequate as servants of a new covenant, not of the letter but of the Spirit; for the letter kills, but the Spirit gives life.
- 2 Corinthians 5:18Now all these things are from God, who reconciled us to Himself through Christ and gave us the ministry of reconciliation,
- Ephesians 3:7of which I was made a minister, according to the gift of God’s grace which was given to me according to the working of His power.
- 1 Corinthians 7:25Now concerning virgins, I have no command of the Lord, but I am offering direction as one who by the mercy of the Lord is trustworthy.
- 1 Timothy 1:13even though I was previously a blasphemer and a persecutor and a violent aggressor. Yet I was shown mercy because I acted ignorantly in unbelief;
- 1 Peter 2:10for you once were not a people, but now you are the people of God; you had not received mercy, but now you have received mercy.
- 2 Corinthians 4:16Therefore we do not lose heart, but though our outer person is decaying, yet our inner person is being renewed day by day.
- Isaiah 40:30Though youths grow weary and tired, And vigorous young men stumble badly,
- Galatians 6:9Let’s not become discouraged in doing good, for in due time we will reap, if we do not become weary.
- Ephesians 3:13Therefore I ask you not to become discouraged about my tribulations in your behalf, since they are your glory.
- Philippians 4:13I can do all things through Him who strengthens me.
- 2 Thessalonians 3:13But as for you, brothers and sisters, do not grow weary of doing good.
- Hebrews 12:3For consider Him who has endured such hostility by sinners against Himself, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart.
- Revelation 2:3and you have perseverance and have endured on account of My name, and have not become weary.
Commentaries on 2 Corinthians 4:1
- Adam Clarke Bible Commentary · v. 1Seeing we have this ministry - The Gospel, of which he gave that noble account which we read in the preceding chapter. We faint not - We meet with many tribulations, but are supported in and through all by the grace of the Gospel. Instead of , we faint not, , we act not wickedly, is the reading of ADFG, and some others. Wakefield thinks it the genuine reading; it certainly makes a very good sense with what goes before and what follows. If we follow this…Read the comment
- Barnes’ Notes on the Bible · v. 1Therefore - ̀ ͂ Dia toutoOn account of this. That is, because the light of the gospel is so clear; because it reveals so glorious truths, and all obscurity is taken away, and we are permitted to behold as in a mirror the glory of the Lord, 2 Corinthians 3:18. Since the glories of the gospel dispensation are so great, and its effects on the heart are so transforming and purifying. The object is, to show the “effect” of being entrusted with such a ministry…Read the comment
- Matthew Henry Concise Commentary · v. 1Chapter Outline The apostles laboured with much diligence, sincerity, and faithfulness. (1-7) Their sufferings for the gospel were great, yet with rich supports. (8-12) Prospects of eternal glory keep believers from fainting under troubles. (13-18) Verses 1-7 The best of men would faint, if they did not receive mercy from God. And that mercy which has helped us out, and helped us on, hitherto, we may rely upon to help us even to the end. The apostles had…Read the comment
- Tyndale Open Study Notes · v. 1This new way (or this new ministry) demonstrates God’s mercy. Paul felt honored to share the message of good news (1 Corinthians 15:9–11; 1 Timothy 1:12–17).Read the comment
- Jamieson–Fausset–Brown Commentary · v. 1-182Co 4:1-18. His Preaching Is Open and Sincere, though to Many the Gospel Is Hidden. For he preaches Christ, not himself: the human vessel is frail that God may have the glory; yet, though frail, faith and the hope of future glory sustain him amidst the decay of the outward man. 1. Therefore--Greek, "For this cause": Because we have the liberty-giving Spirit of the Lord, and with unveiled face behold His glory (2Co 3:17, 18). seeing we have this…Read the comment
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Notes
- 1. 2 Corinthians 4:1 1 Cor 3:5 ↩
- 2. 2 Corinthians 4:1 1 Cor 7:25 ↩
- 3. 2 Corinthians 4:1 Luke 18:1; 2 Cor 4:16; Gal 6:9; Eph 3:13; 2 Thess 3:13 ↩
Commentaries on 2 Corinthians 4
- 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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