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Text -- 2 Corinthians 5:5 (NET)

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5:5 Now the one who prepared us for this very purpose is God, who gave us the Spirit as a down payment.
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Vincent: 2Co 5:5 - -- Wrought ( κατεργασάμενος ) The compound is significant, indicating an accomplished fact. Through the various operations of His Sp...

Wrought ( κατεργασάμενος )

The compound is significant, indicating an accomplished fact. Through the various operations of His Spirit and the processes of His discipline, God has worked us out (Stanley, worked up ) for this change. The process includes the dissolution of what is mortal no less than the renewal. The one is a step to the other. See 1Co 15:36.

Vincent: 2Co 5:5 - -- Earnest of the Spirit See on 2Co 1:22, and compare Rom 8:11. Of the Spirit is appositional, the Spirit as the earnest .

Earnest of the Spirit

See on 2Co 1:22, and compare Rom 8:11. Of the Spirit is appositional, the Spirit as the earnest .

Wesley: 2Co 5:5 - -- This longing for immortality.

This longing for immortality.

Wesley: 2Co 5:5 - -- For none but God, none less than the Almighty, could have wrought this in us.

For none but God, none less than the Almighty, could have wrought this in us.

JFB: 2Co 5:5 - -- Framed us by redemption, justification, and sanctification.

Framed us by redemption, justification, and sanctification.

JFB: 2Co 5:5 - -- "unto" it; namely, unto what is mortal of us being swallowed up in life (2Co 5:4).

"unto" it; namely, unto what is mortal of us being swallowed up in life (2Co 5:4).

JFB: 2Co 5:5 - -- The oldest manuscripts omit "also."

The oldest manuscripts omit "also."

JFB: 2Co 5:5 - -- (See on 2Co 1:22). It is the Spirit (as "the first-fruits") who creates in us the groaning desire for our coming deliverance and glory (Rom 8:23).

(See on 2Co 1:22). It is the Spirit (as "the first-fruits") who creates in us the groaning desire for our coming deliverance and glory (Rom 8:23).

Clarke: 2Co 5:5 - -- Now he that hath wrought us for the selfsame thing - God has given us our being and our body for this very purpose, that both might be made immortal...

Now he that hath wrought us for the selfsame thing - God has given us our being and our body for this very purpose, that both might be made immortal, and both be glorified together. Or, God himself has given us this insatiable hungering and thirsting after righteousness and immortality. Mr. Addison has made a beautiful paraphrase of the sense of the apostle, whether he had his words in view or not: -

"- Whence this pleasing hope, this fond desire

This longing after immortality

Or whence this secret dread and inward horro

Of falling into nought? Why shrinks the sou

Back on herself, and startles at destruction

‘ Tis the Divinity that stirs within us

‘ Tis Heaven itself that points out an hereafter

And intimates eternity to man. -

The soul, secured in her existence, smile

At the drawn dagger, and defies its point

The stars shall fade away, the sun himsel

Grow dim with age, and nature sink in years

But thou shalt flourish in immortal youth

Unhurt amidst the war of elements

The wreck of matter, and the crush of worlds.

Clarke: 2Co 5:5 - -- The earnest of the Spirit - See the note on 2Co 1:22.

The earnest of the Spirit - See the note on 2Co 1:22.

Calvin: 2Co 5:5 - -- 5.Now he that hath fitted us This is added in order that we may know, that this disposition is supernatural. For mere natural feeling will not lead u...

5.Now he that hath fitted us This is added in order that we may know, that this disposition is supernatural. For mere natural feeling will not lead us forward to this, for it does not comprehend that hundredfold recompense which springs from the dying of a single grain. (Joh 12:24.) We must, therefore, be fitted for it by God. The manner of it is at the same time subjoined — that he confirms us by his Spirit, who is as it were an earnest At the same time the particle also seems to be added for the sake of amplification. “It is God who forms in us this desire, and, lest our courage should give way or waver, the Holy Spirit is given us as an earnest, because by his testimony he confirms, and ratifies the truth of the promise.” For these are two offices of the Holy Spirit — first, to show to believers what they ought to desire, and secondly, to influence their hearts efficaciously, and remove all their doubt, that they may steadfastly persevere in choosing what is good. There would, however, be nothing unsuitable in extending the word fitted, so as to denote that renovation of life, with which God adorns his people even in this life, for in this way he already separates them from others, and shows that they are, by means of his grace, marked out for a peculiar condition.

TSK: 2Co 5:5 - -- wrought : 2Co 4:17; Isa 29:23, Isa 60:21, Isa 61:3; Eph 2:10 the earnest : 2Co 1:22; Num 13:23-27; Rom 8:23; Eph 1:13, Eph 1:14, Eph 4:30; 1Jo 3:24

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Barnes: 2Co 5:5 - -- Now he that hath wrought us for the self-same thing - The phrase "self-same thing"here means this very thing, that is, the thing to which he ha...

Now he that hath wrought us for the self-same thing - The phrase "self-same thing"here means this very thing, that is, the thing to which he had referred - the preparation for heaven, or the heavenly dwelling. The word "wrought"here ( κατεργασάμενος katergasamenos ) means that God had formed or made them for this; that is, he had by the influences of the Spirit, and by his agency on the heart, created them, as it were, for this, and adapted them to it. God has destined us to this change from corruption to incorruption; he has adapted us to it; he has formed us for it. It does not refer to the original creation of the body and the soul for this end, but it means that God, by his own renewing, and sanctifying, and sustaining agency, had formed them for this, and adapted them to it. The object of Paul in stating that it was done by God, is to keep this truth prominently before the mind. It was not by any native inclination, or strength, or power which they had, but it was all to be traced to God; compare Eph 2:10.

Who also hath given - In addition to the fitting for eternal glory he has given us the earnest of the Spirit to sustain us here. We are not only prepared to enter into heaven, but we have here also the support produced by the earnest of the Spirit.

The earnest of the Spirit - On the meaning of this, see the note on 2Co 1:22. He has given to us the Holy Spirit as the pledge or assurance of the eternal inheritance.

Poole: 2Co 5:5 - -- The selfsame thing is the life, the eternal life, mentioned in the former verse; the house in the heavens, not made with hands, 2Co 5:1 . God hath ...

The selfsame thing is the life, the eternal life, mentioned in the former verse; the house in the heavens, not made with hands, 2Co 5:1 . God

hath wrought us for it (as some interpret the text) in creation, and by his providence, forming our bodies in the womb: but it is much better interpreted by others concerning regeneration; for in the first birth (without respect to the decree of election) God hath no more wrought us for it, than the worst of men. The apostle therefore is, doubtless, to be understood, as speaking concerning the work of grace, which is here attributed to God; we have not wrought ourselves into or up to any fitness or any grounded expectation of the future blessed and glorious estate; but it is God who hath prepared us for it, and wrought such a lively hope of it in us.

Who also hath given unto us the earnest of the Spirit and hath also given us his Holy Spirit as the pledge and earnest of it; (concerning this, see 2Co 1:22 ) he hath given us his Spirit to dwell and to work in us, and to assure us of what we speak of, viz. the house in the heavens, the building of God, that is not made with hands. The Spirit of grace given to the people of God, working and dwelling in them, is a certain pledge of that glory and life eternal, which he hath prepared for them.

Haydock: 2Co 5:5 - -- He that maketh us for this very thing, (literally, to this same thing ) is God, who created us to be eternally happy, who hath given us the earn...

He that maketh us for this very thing, (literally, to this same thing ) is God, who created us to be eternally happy, who hath given us the earnest of the Spirit. See Chap. i. ver. 22. (Witham)

Gill: 2Co 5:5 - -- Now he that hath wrought us for the selfsame thing,.... By "the selfsame thing" is meant, either the cross, the burden of sorrows and afflictions, und...

Now he that hath wrought us for the selfsame thing,.... By "the selfsame thing" is meant, either the cross, the burden of sorrows and afflictions, under which the saints groan whilst here, which God has appointed them unto, and therefore to be bore patiently by them; or that glory and immortality, which they, as vessels of mercy, were prepared by him for from everlasting; for which their bodies and souls are formed by him in creation, and for which they are made meet in regeneration, by the curious workmanship of his Spirit and grace upon them: and seeing he "is God", and not man, who hath wrought them for this, either by his secret purposes and preparations of grace in eternity, or by his open works of creation and regeneration in time; there is no doubt but they shall certainly enjoy it, since his counsels are immutable, and he is a rock, and his work is perfect; whatever he begins he finishes, nor is he ever frustrated of his end: one of Stephens's copies adds, "and hath anointed us", which seems to have been transcribed from 2Co 1:21.

Who also hath given us the earnest of the Spirit; and therefore may be assured of possessing the inheritance, of which he is the earnest; see 2Co 1:22.

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Commentary -- Verse Notes / Footnotes

NET Notes: 2Co 5:5 Or “first installment,” “pledge,” “deposit” (see the note on the phrase “down payment” in 1:22).

Geneva Bible: 2Co 5:5 Now he that hath ( c ) wrought us for the selfsame thing [is] God, who also hath given unto us the earnest of the Spirit. ( c ) He means that first c...

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Commentary -- Verse Range Notes

TSK Synopsis: 2Co 5:1-21 - --1 That in his assured hope of immortal glory,9 and in expectation of it, and of the general judgment, he labours to keep a good conscience;12 not that...

Maclaren: 2Co 5:5 - --The Patient Workman Now He that hath wrought us for the self-same thing is God.'--2 Cor. 5:5. THESE words penetrate deep into the secrets of God. The...

MHCC: 2Co 5:1-8 - --The believer not only is well assured by faith that there is another and a happy life after this is ended, but he has good hope, through grace, of hea...

Matthew Henry: 2Co 5:1-11 - -- The apostle in these verses pursues the argument of the former chapter, concerning the grounds of their courage and patience under afflictions. And,...

Barclay: 2Co 5:1-10 - --There is a very significant progression of thought in this passage, a progression which gives us the very essence of the thought of Paul. (i) To him ...

Constable: 2Co 1:12--8:1 - --II. ANSWERS TO INSINUATIONS ABOUT THE SINCERITY OF PAUL'S COMMITMENT TO THE CORINTHIANS AND TO THE MINISTRY 1:12--7:16 ...

Constable: 2Co 3:1--6:11 - --B. Exposition of Paul's view of the ministry 3:1-6:10 The apostle proceeded to explain his view of Chris...

Constable: 2Co 4:7--5:11 - --3. The sufferings and supports of a minister of the gospel 4:7-5:10 Paul proceeded to explain fu...

Constable: 2Co 5:1-10 - --The contrast between our present and our future dwellings 5:1-10 Paul continued to give reasons why we need not lose heart. The themes of life in the ...

College: 2Co 5:1-21 - --2 CORINTHIANS 5 5. Confident in Eternal Home (5:1-10) This entire section of 2 Cor 5:1-10 is something of an anomaly in its context. It certainly in...

McGarvey: 2Co 5:5 - --Now he that wrought us for this very thing is God, who gave unto us the earnest of the Spirit . [God designed man for such superinvestment, and hence ...

Lapide: 2Co 5:1-21 - --CHAPTIER 5 SYNOPSIS OF THE CHAPTER i. The Apostle goes on to remind the Corinthians of the glories of heaven, saying that in exile here and in the ...

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Introduction / Outline

Robertson: 2 Corinthians (Book Introduction) Second Corinthians From Macedonia a.d. 54 Or 55 By Way of Introduction The Pauline authorship is admitted by all real scholars, though there is ...

JFB: 2 Corinthians (Book Introduction) THE following reasons seem to have induced Paul to write this Second Epistle to the Corinthians: (1) That he might explain the reasons for his having ...

JFB: 2 Corinthians (Outline) THE HEADING; PAUL'S CONSOLATIONS IN RECENT TRIALS IN ASIA; HIS SINCERITY TOWARDS THE CORINTHIANS; EXPLANATION OF HIS NOT HAVING VISITED THEM AS HE HA...

TSK: 2 Corinthians (Book Introduction) The most remarkable circumstance in this Epistle, observes Mr. Scott, is the confidence of the Apostle in the goodness of his cause, and in the power ...

TSK: 2 Corinthians 5 (Chapter Introduction) Overview 2Co 5:1, That in his assured hope of immortal glory, 2Co 5:9, and in expectation of it, and of the general judgment, he labours to keep a...

Poole: 2 Corinthians 5 (Chapter Introduction) CORINTHIANS CHAPTER 5

MHCC: 2 Corinthians (Book Introduction) The second epistle to the Corinthians probably was written about a year after the first. Its contents are closely connected with those of the former e...

MHCC: 2 Corinthians 5 (Chapter Introduction) (2Co 5:1-8) The apostle's hope and desire of heavenly glory. (2Co 5:9-15) This excited to diligence. The reasons of his being affected with zeal for ...

Matthew Henry: 2 Corinthians (Book Introduction) An Exposition, with Practical Observations, of The Second Epistle of St. Paul to the Corinthians In his former epistle the apostle had signified his i...

Matthew Henry: 2 Corinthians 5 (Chapter Introduction) The apostle proceeds in showing the reasons why they did not faint under their afflictions, namely, their expectation, desire, and assurance of hap...

Barclay: 2 Corinthians (Book Introduction) INTRODUCTION TO THE LETTERS TO THE CORINTHIANS The Greatness Of Corinth A glance at the map will show that Corinth was made for greatness. The south...

Barclay: 2 Corinthians 5 (Chapter Introduction) Joy And Judgment To Come (2Co_5:1-10) The New Creation (2Co_5:11-19) Ambassador For Christ (2Co_5:20-21; 2Co_6:1-2)

Constable: 2 Corinthians (Book Introduction) Introduction Historical background First Corinthians did not dispel the problems in th...

Constable: 2 Corinthians (Outline) Outline I. Introduction 1:1-11 A. Salutation 1:1-2 B. Thanksgiving for c...

Constable: 2 Corinthians 2 Corinthians Bibliography Alford, Henry. The Greek Testament. 4 vols. Reprint ed. Grand Rapids: Baker Book Hou...

Haydock: 2 Corinthians (Book Introduction) THE SECOND EPISTLE OF ST. PAUL, THE APOSTLE, TO THE CORINTHIANS. INTRODUCTION. The subject and design of this second Epistle to the Corinthian...

Gill: 2 Corinthians (Book Introduction) INTRODUCTION TO 2 CORINTHIANS This epistle, according to the subscription at the end of it, was written from Philippi of Macedonia; and though the ...

Gill: 2 Corinthians 5 (Chapter Introduction) INTRODUCTION TO 2 CORINTHIANS 5 The apostle, in this chapter, enlarges upon the saints' comfortable assurance, expectation, and desire of the heave...

College: 2 Corinthians (Book Introduction) INTRODUCTION Studying 2 Corinthians plunges the modern reader back to the real, tumultuous world of early Christianity. The simple ideals of sharing ...

College: 2 Corinthians (Outline) OUTLINE I. OPENING - 1:1-2 II. THANKSGIVING - 1:3-11 A. GOD COMFORTS - 1:3-7 B. GOD DELIVERS - 1:8-11 III. DEFENSE OF INTEGRITY - 1:12...

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