2Cor.12.19

2 Corinthians 12:19

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Again, think ye that we excuse ourselves unto you? we speak before God in Christ: but we do all things, dearly beloved, for your edifying.

Paul’s Concern for the Corinthians

A Thorn in the Flesh

Cross References

Romans 9:1

KJVHoly Spirit

I say the truth in Christ, I lie not, my conscience also bearing me witness in the Holy Ghost,

Paul’s Concern for the Jews

Solicitude for Israel

Romans 14:19

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Let us therefore follow after the things which make for peace, and things wherewith one may edify another.

The Law of Love

Principles of Conscience

Romans 15:2

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Let every one of us please his neighbour for his good to edification.

Accept One Another

Self-denial on Behalf of Others

2 Corinthians 2:17

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For we are not as many, which corrupt the word of God: but as of sincerity, but as of God, in the sight of God speak we in Christ.

Triumph in Christ

Reaffirm Your Love

2 Corinthians 10:8

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For though I should boast somewhat more of our authority, which the Lord hath given us for edification, and not for your destruction, I should not be ashamed:

Paul’s Apostolic Authority

1 Thessalonians 5:11

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Wherefore comfort yourselves together, and edify one another, even as also ye do.

The Day of the Lord

Hebrews 6:9

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But, beloved, we are persuaded better things of you, and things that accompany salvation, though we thus speak.