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ELNORA’S BIBLE STUDY WITH FRIENDS, 2 Corinthians 10, February 28, 2025

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         Context for Chapter 10 2 Corinthians chapter 10 continues the pattern of Paul's letter, as he deals with one topic after another. After concluding his comments about the contribution to the Christians in Jerusalem, Paul tackles a personal charge against him: that he is too unimpressive in person to be a true apostle of Christ. He is fighting a spriritual war for the minds of the Corinthians and their obedience to Christ and will not stoop to the blatant self-promotion of the false apostles. We will see the counter of the false teachers continue into chapter 11.  ( https://www.bibleref.com/2-Corinthians/10/2-Corinthians-chapter-10.html) Paul Defends His Authority, Part 1, Verses  1-6 ,  KESHIA 1Now 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 t...

ELNORA’S BIBLE STUDY WITH FRIENDS, 2 Corinthians 9, February 14, 2025

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 HAPPY VALENTINES DAY! 💞          Context for Chapter 9 Second Corinthians chapter 9 continues an appeal begun earlier in the letter. Paul urges the Corinthians to participate in the gift to the Jerusalem Christians. Paul is concerned their earlier enthusiasm might have waned. Everyone should give what he or she previously decided to give and do so willingly and cheerfully. God makes those who give generously abound so that they will be able to give even more. The result goes beyond meeting physical needs to increasing God's righteousness on earth, causing thankfulness to Him to overflow, and bringing glory to Him as connections are forged between the givers and those whose needs are met.   ( https://www.bibleref.com/2-Corinthians/9/2-Corinthians-chapter-9.html) The Collection for Christians in Jerusalem, Part 1, Verses  1-8 ,  DESTINY 1I really don’t need to write to you about this ministry of giving for the believers in Jerusalem.[a] 2 Fo...