Version: King James Version (public domain)
2 Corinthians
Strength in weakness
In his most personal letter, Paul defends his ministry against critics and speaks of God’s power made perfect in human weakness.
Historical context
Many scholars think the letter combines parts of more than one exchange between Paul and Corinth.
Explanation
Best-known passages
- Treasure in earthen vessels (ch. 4)
- “If any man be in Christ, he is a new creature” (ch. 5)
- “My grace is sufficient for thee” (ch. 12)