2 Corinthians 2:14

Apostolic Ministry

2:14 But thanks be to God who always leads us in triumphal procession ¹  in Christ ²  and who makes known ³  through us the fragrance that consists of the knowledge of him in every place.

2 Corinthians 5:18

5:18 And all these things are from God who reconciled us to himself through Christ, and who has given us the ministry of reconciliation.

2 Corinthians 6:1

God’s Suffering Servants

6:1 Now because we are fellow workers, we also urge you not to receive the grace of God in vain. ⁴ 

2 Corinthians 7:1

Self-Purification

7:1 Therefore, since we have these promises, dear friends, let us cleanse ourselves ⁵  from everything that could defile the body ⁶  and the spirit, and thus accomplish ⁷  holiness out of reverence for God. ⁸ 

2 Corinthians 7:10

7:10 For sadness as intended by God produces a repentance that leads to salvation, leaving no regret, but worldly sadness brings about death.

2 Corinthians 9:12

9:12 because the service of this ministry is not only providing for ⁹  the needs of the saints but is also overflowing with many thanks to God.

[2:14]  ¹ tn Or “who always causes us to triumph.”

[2:14]  ² tn Or “in the Messiah.”

[2:14]  ³ tn Or “who reveals.”

[6:1]  ⁴ tn Or “receive the grace of God uselessly.”

[7:1]  ⁷ tn Or “purify ourselves.”

[7:1]  ⁸ tn Grk “from every defilement of the flesh.”

[7:1]  ⁹ tn Grk “accomplishing.” The participle has been translated as a finite verb due to considerations of contemporary English style, and “thus” has been supplied to indicate that it represents a result of the previous cleansing.

[7:1]  ¹⁰ tn Grk “in the fear of God.”

[9:12]  ¹⁰ tn Or “not only supplying.”