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2 Corinthians 8:12. ESV For if the readiness is there, it is acceptable according to what a person has, not according to what he does not have. NIV For if the willingness is there, the gift is acceptable according to what one has, not according to what one does not have. NASB For if the willingness is present, it is acceptable according to what ...Paul Defends His Authority. 10 Now I, Paul, appeal to you with the gentleness and kindness of Christ—though I realize you think I am timid in person and bold only when I write from far away. 2 Well, I am begging you now so that when I come I won’t have to be bold with those who think we act from human motives. 3 We are human, but we don’t wage war as …1 Corinthians 2:3 I came to you in weakness and fear, and with much trembling. 1 Corinthians 2:5 so that your faith would not rest on men's wisdom, but on God's power. 2 Corinthians 12:1 I must go on boasting. Although there is nothing to gain, I will go on to visions and revelations from the Lord. 2 Corinthians 12:52 Corinthians 12:9-10New International Version. 9 But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.”. Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. 10 That is why, for Christ’s sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in ...Paul's Joy in the Corinthians … 11 Consider what this godly sorrow has produced in you: what earnestness, what eagerness to clear yourselves, what indignation, what alarm, what longing, what zeal, what vindication! In every way you have proved yourselves to be innocent in this matter. 12 So even though I wrote to you, it was not on account of the …2 Corinthians 12:6-10New Living Translation. 6 If I wanted to boast, I would be no fool in doing so, because I would be telling the truth. But I won’t do it, because I don’t want anyone to give me credit beyond what they can see in my life or hear in my message, 7 even though I have received such wonderful revelations from God.2 Corinthians 12:9-10New International Version. 9 But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.”. Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. 10 That is why, for Christ’s sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in ...1 Corinthians 12 :: New Living Translation (NLT) Now, dear brothers and sisters, [fn] regarding your question about the special abilities the Spirit gives us. I don’t want you to misunderstand this. You know that when you were still pagans, you were led astray and swept along in worshiping speechless idols.1 I must go on boasting. Though there is nothing to be gained by it, I will go on to visions and revelations of the Lord. 2 I know a man in Christ who fourteen years ago was caught up to the third heaven—whether in the body or out of the body I do not know, God knows. 3 And I know that this man was caught up into paradise—whether in the ...2 Corinthians 12 is the twelfth chapter of the Second Epistle to the Corinthians in the New Testament of the Christian Bible. It is authored by Paul the Apostle and Timothy (2 Corinthians 1:1) in Macedonia in 55–56 CE. Text. The original text was written in Koine Greek. This chapter is divided into 21 verses. Textual witnesses. Some early …Paul’s Vision. 12 Boasting is necessary, though it is not beneficial; but I will go on to visions and revelations [ a]of the Lord. 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 to the third heaven. 3 And I know how such a man ...2 Corinthians 12. NLT. Parallel. 2 Corinthians 12 ... but I must go on. I will reluctantly tell about visions and revelations from the Lord. 2 I # 12:2 Greek I know a man in Christ who. was caught up to the third heaven fourteen years ago. Whether I was in my body or out of my body, I don't know—only God knows. ... New Living Translation ...Expand. Context Summary. Second Corinthians 1:3–11 contains profound praise to God for His comfort of all in affliction. Paul connects Christian suffering to the sufferings of Christ. This shows the Corinthians how Paul's suffering and the comfort he has received from God during it have been for their benefit.2 Corinthians 12:7-9New Living Translation. 7 even though I have received such wonderful revelations from God. So to keep me from becoming proud, I was given a thorn in my flesh, a messenger from Satan to torment me and keep me from becoming proud. 8 Three different times I begged the Lord to take it away. 9 Each time he said, “My grace is ... Chapter 12. The variety of use of spiritual gifts are shown. (1-11) In the human body every member has its place and use. (12-26) This is applied to the church of Christ. (27-30) And there is something more excellent than spiritual gifts. (31) Verses 1-11 Spiritual gifts were extraordinary powers bestowed in the first ages, to convince unbelievers, and to spread …1 I must go on boasting. Although there is nothing to gain, I will go on to visions and revelations from the Lord. 2 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 it I do not know, but God knows. 3 And I know that this man—whether in the body or out of it I do not know ...2 Corinthians 2:12 Additional Translations ... Links. 2 Corinthians 2:12 NIV 2 Corinthians 2:12 NLT 2 Corinthians 2:12 ESV 2 Corinthians 2:12 NASB 2 Corinthians 2:12 NKJV2 Corinthians 12:9-10. 9 Each time he said, “My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.”. So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me. 10 That’s why I take pleasure in my weaknesses, and in the insults, hardships, persecutions, and troubles that I suffer for Christ.2 Corinthians 12:9-10New International Version. 9 But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.”. Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. 10 That is why, for Christ’s sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in ... Concern for the Corinthians … 19 Have you been thinking all along that we were making a defense to you? We speak before God in Christ, and all of this, beloved, is to build you up. 20 For I am afraid that when I come, I may not find you as I wish, and you may not find me as you wish. I fear that there may be quarreling, jealousy, rage, rivalry, slander, gossip, …Paul’s Vision. 12 Boasting is necessary, though it is not beneficial; but I will go on to visions and revelations [ a]of the Lord. 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 to the third heaven. 3 And I know how such a man ...

Lessons from Israel’s Idolatry. 10 I don’t want you to forget, dear brothers and sisters,[ a] about our ancestors in the wilderness long ago. All of them were guided by a cloud that moved ahead of them, and all of them walked through the sea on dry ground. 2 In the cloud and in the sea, all of them were baptized as followers of Moses. 3 All ...Paul’s Final Greetings. 11 Dear brothers and sisters,[ c] I close my letter with these last words: Be joyful. Grow to maturity. Encourage each other. Live in harmony and peace. Then the God of love and peace will be with you. 12 Greet each other with a sacred kiss. 13 All of God’s people here send you their greetings.2 Corinthians 8:12. εἰ γὰρ ἡ προθυμία κ . τ . λ .: for if the readiness is there it is acceptable according as a man has, not according as he has not: cf. 2 Corinthians 9:7 , Mark 12:43 , and Tob 4:8 , “As thy substance is, give alms of it according to thine abundance; if thou have little, be not afraid to give alms ...2 Corinthians 12 Paul's Visions and His Thorn. 1 This boasting will do no good, but I must go on. I will reluctantly tell about visions and revelations from the Lord. 2 I 1 was caught up to the third heaven fourteen years ago. Whether I was in my body or out of my body, I don't know - only God knows. 3 Yes, only God knows whether I was in my body or outside my body.

1 I must go on boasting. Although there is nothing to gain, I will go on to visions and revelations from the Lord. 2 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 it I do not know, but God knows. 3 And I know that this man—whether in the body or out of it I do not know ... 1I must go on boasting. Although there is nothing to be gained, I will go on to visions and revelations from the Lord. 2I was caught up to the third heaven fourteen years ago. Whether I was in my body or out of my body, I don’t know—only God knows. 2I know a man in Christ who fourteen years ago was caught up to the third heaven.2 When I first came to you, dear brothers and sisters,[ a] I didn’t use lofty words and impressive wisdom to tell you God’s secret plan.[ b] 2 For I decided that while I was with you I would forget everything except Jesus Christ, the one who was crucified. 3 I came to you in weakness—timid and trembling. 4 And my message and my preaching ... …

Reader Q&A - also see RECOMMENDED ARTICLES & FAQs. New Living Translation I was caught up to t. Possible cause: Tools. 2Co 8:1. Now I want you to know, dear brothers and sisters, [fn] what God in his.