Aug 13 NT Marathon 2 Corinthians 10

2 Corinthians 10 Paul’s Defense of His Ministry 10 By the humility and gentleness of Christ, I appeal to you—I, Paul, who am “timid” when face to face with you, but “bold” toward you when away! 2 I beg you that when I come I may not have to be as bold as I expect to be […]

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Aug 12 NT Marathon 2 Corinthians 9

2 Corinthians 9 9 There is no need for me to write to you about this service to the Lord’s people. 2 For I know your eagerness to help, and I have been boasting about it to the Macedonians, telling them that since last year you in Achaia were ready to give; and your enthusiasm has stirred […]

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Aug 11 NT Marathon 2 Corinthians 8

2 Corinthians 8 The Collection for the Lord’s People 8 And now, brothers and sisters, we want you to know about the grace that God has given the Macedonian churches. 2 In the midst of a very severe trial, their overflowing joy and their extreme poverty welled up in rich generosity. 3 For I testify that they gave […]

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Aug 10 NT Marathon 2 Corinthians 7

2 Corinthians 7 7 Therefore, since we have these promises, dear friends, let us purify ourselves from everything that contaminates body and spirit, perfecting holiness out of reverence for God. Paul’s Joy Over the Church’s Repentance 2 Make room for us in your hearts. We have wronged no one, we have corrupted no one, we have exploited […]

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Aug 7 NT Marathon 2 Corinthians 6

2 Corinthians 6 6 As God’s co-workers we urge you not to receive God’s grace in vain. 2 For he says, “In the time of my favor I heard you,     and in the day of salvation I helped you.”[a] I tell you, now is the time of God’s favor, now is the day of salvation. Paul’s Hardships […]

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