2 Corinthians 5:20 to 2 Corinthians 6:10. Paul proceeds to expound and apply the relationship between himself and his converts based upon this ministry. He acts in Christ's stead when he beseeches men to allow themselves to be reconciled to God. And what Paul did for Christ, God did through Christ.... [ Continue Reading ]
2 Corinthians 6:11 to 2 Corinthians 7:16. THE RESTORED RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PAUL AND THE CORINTHIANS MUST BE SEALED BY PROOF OF THEIR LOYALTY. 2 Corinthians 6:11. The openness of his speech is an indication of the largeness of his heart towards them. It is not true that they are shut up in a corner... [ Continue Reading ]
2 Corinthians 6:14 to 2 Corinthians 7:1. These verses appear plainly out of place. They break what is otherwise a close connexion between 2 Corinthians 6:13 and 2 Corinthians 7:2: they introduce a new and very different subject, and they have a very different tone from what precedes and follows. The... [ Continue Reading ]