2Cor.1.3

2 Corinthians 1:3

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Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort;

The God of All Comfort

Introduction

Cross References

Psalm 68:35

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O God, thou art terrible out of thy holy places: the God of Israel is he that giveth strength and power unto his people. Blessed be God.

God’s Enemies Are Scattered

Isaiah 66:13

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As one whom his mother comforteth, so will I comfort you; and ye shall be comforted in Jerusalem.

Rejoice with Jerusalem

Joy in Jerusalem’s Future

Romans 15:5

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Now the God of patience and consolation grant you to be likeminded one toward another according to Christ Jesus:

Accept One Another

Self-denial on Behalf of Others

2 Corinthians 7:6

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Nevertheless God, that comforteth those that are cast down, comforted us by the coming of Titus;

Paul’s Joy in the Corinthians

Ephesians 1:3

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Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ:

Spiritual Blessings

The Blessings of Redemption

Colossians 1:3

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We give thanks to God and the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, praying always for you,

Thanksgiving and Prayer

Thankfulness for Spiritual Attainments

1 Peter 1:3

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Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, which according to his abundant mercy hath begotten us again unto a lively hope by the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead,