2 Corinthians 4:7-9
Disciples’ Literal New Testament
God Is Making Life Known Through Clay Vessels Handed Over To Death
7 But[a] we have this treasure in vessels made-of-clay, in order that the excess[b] of the power may be God’s and not from us— 8 in every way being afflicted[c] but not restrained[d], being perplexed but not utterly-perplexed, 9 being persecuted but not forsaken, being struck down but not perishing;
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- 2 Corinthians 4:7 Paul now turns to the external causes of losing heart.
- 2 Corinthians 4:7 That is, abundance (in quantity); or, excellence (in quality).
- 2 Corinthians 4:8 Or, pressed, squeezed.
- 2 Corinthians 4:8 Or, confined, crushed.
2 Corinthians 4:7-9
New International Version
7 But we have this treasure in jars of clay(A) to show that this all-surpassing power is from God(B) and not from us. 8 We are hard pressed on every side,(C) but not crushed; perplexed,(D) but not in despair; 9 persecuted,(E) but not abandoned;(F) struck down, but not destroyed.(G)
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