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II. ANSWERS TO INSINUATIONS ABOUT THE SINCERITY OF PAUL'S COMMITMENT TO THE CORINTHIANS AND TO THE MINISTRY 1:12--7:16 >
B. Exposition of Paul's view of the ministry 3:1-6:10 >
4. The life of a minister of Christ 5:11-6:10 >
Paul's example as an ambassador of Christ 6:1-10 >
Trials of a general nature
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"Afflictions"or "troubles"are oppressive experiences that put various kinds of pressure on one.
"Hardships"are difficulties that one cannot diminish.
"Distresses"are calamitous situations from which one cannot escape. The Greek word pictures a person trapped in a confining place.
