The Light of the Gospel 1 Therefore, since we have this ministry because we were shown mercy,we do not give up. 2 Instead, we have renounced shameful secret things, not…

Our Future after Death 1 For we know that if our temporary, earthly dwellingis destroyed, we have a building from God, an eternal dwellingin the heavens,not made with hands. 2…

1 Working togetherwith Him, we also appeal to you, “Don’t receive God’s grace in vain.” 2 For He says: I heard you in an acceptable time, and I helped you…

1 Therefore, dear friends, since we have such promises,let us cleanse ourselves from every impurity of the flesh and spirit,completing our sanctificationin the fear of God. Joy and Repentance 2…

Appeal to Complete the Collection 1 We want you to know, brothers, about the grace of God granted to the churchesof Macedonia: 2 During a severe testing by affliction, their…

Motivations for Giving 1 Now concerning the ministry to the saints, it is unnecessary for me to write to you. 2 For I know your eagerness, and I brag about…

Paul’s Apostolic Authority 1 Now I, Paul, make a personal appeal to you by the gentleness and graciousness of Christ — I who am humble among you in person but…

Paul and the False Apostles 1 I wish you would put up with a little foolishnessfrom me. Yes, do put up with me. 2 For I am jealousover you with…

Sufficient Grace 1 Boasting is necessary. It is not profitable, but I will move on to visionsand revelationsof the Lord. 2 I know a man in Christ who was caught…

Final Warnings and Exhortations 1 This is the third time I am coming to you.Every fact must be established by the testimonyof two or three witnesses. 2 I gave a…