2 For I determined not to know anything among you () except Jesus Christ and Him crucified. 2 Corinthians 12:5-13. 10 Therefore (L)I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in needs, in persecutions, in distresses, for Christ’s sake. 2 Corinthians 12:4 4 how he was caught up into e Paradise and heard inexpressible words, which it is not lawful for a man to utter. One verse per line Red Letter Cross References Footnotes Strongs Numbers Hide Verse Numbers Close. 1:6; Phil. For when I am weak, then I am … I will come to visions and revelations of the Lord: NIV 1 I must go on boasting. 3 Do we begin again to commend ourselves? Forgive me this wrong! (AG) If I love you more,(AH) will you love me less? 2Co 2:13 - I had no rest in my spirit, because I did not find Titus my brother; but taking my leave of them, I departed for Macedonia. KJV (Narrated) NKJV (Narrated) NKJV (Dramatized) NLT (Dramatized) NIV (Narrated) NIV (Dramatized) NASB (Narrated) RVR60 (Español) Christ Crucified. I will come to visions and revelations of the Lord: 2 I know a man in Christ who fourteen years ago--whether in the body I do not know, or whether out of the body I do not know, God knows--such a one was caught up to the third heaven. ... 1Co 2:12. 14 (T)Now for the third time I am ready to come to you. Nevertheless, being crafty, I caught you by cunning! 2 Corinthians 12:12 New King James Version (NKJV) 12 Truly the signs of an apostle were accomplished among you with all perseverance, in signs and wonders and mighty deeds. 8 (I)Concerning this thing I pleaded with the Lord three times that it might depart from me. Christ Crucified; Spiritual Wisdom. 17 Did I take advantage of you by any of those whom I sent to you? We speak before God in Christ. 15 And I will very gladly spend and be spent (W)for your souls; though (X)the more abundantly I love you, the less I am loved. 8 (I)Concerning this thing I pleaded with the Lord three times that it might depart from me. Copyright © 1982 by Thomas Nelson. 4:10; Luke 13:16; [1 Cor. Extra Small Small Medium Large Additional Settings . (F) 3 And I know that this man—whether in the body or apart from the body I do not know, but God knows— 4 was caught up(G) to paradise(H) and heard inexpressible things, things that no one is permitted to tell. 13 For what is it in which you were inferior to other churches, except that I myself was not burdensome to you? 11:5 in nothing was I behind the most eminent apostles, though # 1 Cor. (E) Whether it was in the body or out of the body I do not know—God knows. Paragraph. Read verse in New King James Version Verse. Bible > NKJV > 2 Corinthians 9 2 Corinthians 9 New King James Version: Par Administering the Gift. 2 I know a man in Christ(C) who fourteen years ago was caught up(D) to the third heaven. 2 Corinthians 12 / 2 Corinthians 12:9 9 And He said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness." Bible > NKJV > 2 Corinthians 2 2 Corinthians 2 New King James Version: Par Paul Urges Forgiveness. I will come to visions and revelations of the Lord: 2I know a man in Christ who fourteen years ago—whether in the body I do not know, or whether out of the body I do not know, God knows—such a one was caught up to the third heaven. Christ Crucified. 2Co 12:1 - I must go on boasting. Used by permission. (B)“By the mouth of two or three witnesses every word shall be established.”2 (C)I have told you before, and foretell as if I were present the second time, and now being absent [a]I write to those (D)who have sinned before, and to all the rest, that if I come again (E)I will not spare— 3 since you seek a proof of Christ (F)speaking in me, who is not weak toward you, but mighty (G)in you. I will come to visions and revelations of the Lord: I know a man in Christ who fourteen years ago--whether in the body I do not know, or whether out of the body I do not know, God knows--such a one w... Read verse in New King James Version But I refrain, lest anyone should think of me above what he sees me to be or hears from me. Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in ... Read verse in New King James Version All rights reserved. All rights reserved. For I ought to have been commended by you; for (O)in nothing was I behind the most eminent apostles, though (P)I am nothing. I knew a man in Christ above fourteen years ago, (whether in the body, I cannot tell; or whether out … Read more Share Copy 2 Corinthians 12 - NKJV > New King James Version (NKJV) NIV KJV ESV NKJV. 12 I must go on boasting. 12 # Acts 14:3; Rom. 2 For I am jealous for you with godly jealousy. 5Of such a one I will bo… 13 This will be the third time I am coming to you. Verse. Comfort in Suffering. 5 Of such a one I will boast; yet of myself I will not boast, except in my infirmities. 7 And lest I should be exalted above measure by the abundance of the revelations, a (G)thorn in the flesh was given to me, (H)a messenger of Satan to [b]buffet me, lest I be exalted above measure. 1. 2 Corinthians 12:9 grace strength weakness. 12 (Q)Truly the signs of an apostle were accomplished among you with all perseverance, in signs and (R)wonders and mighty (S)deeds. Scripture Formatting. (AF) 15 So I will very gladly spend for you everything I have and expend myself as well. “My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.”, Acts 16:9; 18:9; 22:17, 18; 23:11; 26:13–15; 27:23, Acts 9:3–6; 1 Cor. Limits of Paul’s Authority. Verse. ... 2Co 2:12 - Furthermore, when I came to Troas to preach Christ’s gospel, and a door was opened to me by the Lord, Tools. Used by permission. Again, do you think that we excuse ourselves to you? 5 For we know that if our earthly [] house, this tent, is destroyed, we have a building from God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens. 2 Corinthians 12:8-10 (NKJV)...Concerning this thing I pleaded with the Lord three times that it might depart from me. 9:3; 2 Cor. 2:6; Gal. Tools. Paul's Thorn in the Flesh. Did we not walk in the same footsteps by the same Spirit? 1:12; 2:2; Eph. For when I am weak, then I am strong. (A) Although there is nothing to be gained, I will go on to visions and revelations(B) from the Lord. Read more Share Copy 15:10; 2 Cor. 12 1 It is doubtless not profitable for me to boast. Paragraph. For I have betrothed you to one husband, that I may present you as a chaste virgin to Christ. 12 r For we dare not class ourselves or compare ourselves with those who commend themselves. 1:12; 2:2; Eph. I will come to visions and revelations of the Lord: 1 This boasting will do no good, but I must go on. After all, children should not have to save up for their parents,(AE) but parents for their children. New King James Version Update. 2 Corinthians 12:2 2 I know a man c in Christ who fourteen years ago—whether in the body I do not know, or whether out of the body I do not know, God knows—such a one d was caught up to the third heaven. 4:10; Luke 13:16; [1 Cor. Copyright © 2019 by Zondervan. Tools. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me. 3 I was with you in weakness, in fear, and in much trembling. 12 # Acts 14:3; Rom. I Corinthians 2:9-12 NKJV But as it is written: “Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, Nor have entered into the heart of man The things which God has prepared for those who love Him.” But God has revealed them to us through His Spirit. Because of the occasion that prompted this letter, Paul had a number of purposes in mind: To express the comfort and joy Paul felt because the Corinthians had responded favorably to his painful letter (1:3-4; 7:8-9,12 … 16 But be that as it may, (Y)I did not burden you. 4:13, 14, Job 2:7; Matt. 18 I urged Titus, and sent our (Z)brother with him. 2 Corinthians 13 New King James Version (NKJV) Coming with Authority. 2 Corinthians 12:12 Context. 1 I must go on boasting. Concerning this thing I pleaded with the Lord three times tha... Read verse in New King James Version (Z) 12 I persevered in demonstrating among you the marks of a true apostle, including signs, wonders and miracles. Paul Comforts the Believers. 2 Corinthians 12:2 2 I know a man c in Christ who fourteen years ago—whether in the body I do not know, or whether out of the body I do not know, God knows—such a one d was caught up to the third heaven. Read more Share Copy I know a man in Christ who fourteen years ago--whether in the body I do not know, or whether out of … ... 2Co 2:12 - Furthermore, when I came to Troas to preach Christ’s gospel, and a door was opened to me by the Lord, Tools. 11 I have become # 2 Cor. NKJV / 2 Corinthians / 2 Corinthians 9 / 2 Corinthians 9:15; Previous Book Previous Chapter Read the Full Chapter Next Chapter Next Book. 2 Corinthians 13 New King James Version (NKJV) Coming with Authority. 2Co 2:13. (AI) Yet, crafty fellow that I am, I caught you by trickery! 3:3–6], Num. Did we not walk in the same spirit? 2 Corinthians 2 :: New King James Version (NKJV) Strong's. 2 Corinthians 12 NKJV Parallel NLT [BSB CSB ESV HCS KJV ISV NAS NET NIV NLT GRK] New King James Version: New Living Translation : 1 It is doubtless not profitable for me to boast. Font Size. Comfort in Suffering. 2:17; Col. 1:24; 1 Thess. I will reluctantly tell about visions and revelations … Tools. 7 And lest I should be exalted above measure by the abundance of the revelations, a (G)thorn in the flesh was given to me, (H)a messenger of Satan to [b]buffet me, lest I be exalted above measure. 3And I know such a man—whether in the body or out of the body I do not know, God knows— 4how he was caught up into Paradise and heard inexpressible words, which it is not lawful for a man to utter. 1 Now I, Paul, myself am pleading with you by the meekness and gentleness of Christ—who in presence am lowly among you, but being absent am bold toward you. For I ought to have been commended by you; for # 1 Cor. Listen to the Bible. 19 (AA)Again, [d]do you think that we excuse ourselves to you? Did we not walk in the same steps? Scripture taken from the New King James Version®. 2 Corinthians 3 New King James Version (NKJV) Christ’s Epistle. 10 Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christ's sake: for when I am weak, then am I strong. Red Letter. 16 But be that as it may, (Y)I did not burden you. 10 Now I, Paul, myself am pleading with you by the meekness and gentleness of Christ— who in presence am lowly among you, but being absent am bold toward you. Font Size. 1:6; Phil. 33:55; Ezek. Read more Share Copy (AB) Forgive me this wrong!(AC). We have been speaking in the sight of God(AM) as those in Christ; and everything we do, dear friends,(AN) is for your strengthening. 2 Corinthians 1 New King James Version (NKJV) Greeting. 12 (Q)Truly the signs of an apostle were accomplished among you with all perseverance, in signs and (R)wonders and mighty (S)deeds. (AA) 13 How were you inferior to the other churches, except that I was never a burden to you? 12 It is [a]doubtless not profitable for me to boast. I will come to visions and revelations of the Lord: 2 I know a man in Christ who fourteen years ago—whether in the body I do not know, or whether out of the body I do not know, God knows—such a one was caught up to the third heaven. 5:13; 11:1, 16; 12:6 a fool in boasting; you have compelled me. 2 Corinthians 12 - It is not expedient for me doubtless to glory. (AQ) I fear that there may be discord,(AR) jealousy, fits of rage, selfish ambition,(AS) slander,(AT) gossip,(AU) arrogance(AV) and disorder. Or do we need, as some others, epistles of commendation to you or letters of commendation from you? KJV (Narrated) NKJV (Narrated) NKJV (Dramatized) NLT (Dramatized) NIV (Narrated) NIV (Dramatized) NASB (Narrated) RVR60 (Español) Paul’s Vision and His Thorn. All rights reserved worldwide. Paul’s Visions and Revelations - It is necessary to boast; nothing is to be gained by it, but I will go on to visions and revelations of the Lord. Red Letter. NKJV / 2 Corinthians / 2 Corinthians 1; Previous Book Previous Chapter Read the Full Chapter Next Chapter Next Book. 2 Corinthians 12 New King James Version << 2 Corinthians 11 | 2 Corinthians 12 | 2 Corinthians 13 >> Paul's Thorn in the Flesh. 20 For I fear lest, when I come, I shall not find you such as I wish, and that (AD)I shall be found by you such as you do not wish; lest there be contentions, jealousies, outbursts of wrath, selfish ambitions, backbitings, whisperings, conceits, tumults; 21 lest, when I come again, my God (AE)will humble me among you, and I shall mourn for many (AF)who have sinned before and have not repented of the uncleanness, (AG)fornication, and lewdness which they have practiced. 2:10]. Red Letter. 19 (AA)Again, [d]do you think that we excuse ourselves to you? 13 This will be the third time I am coming to you. Gain a concise, fundamental grasp of what the Bible is all about with our NEW "Know the Bible" series. 14:6; 2 Cor. 10 Now I, Paul, myself am pleading with you by the meekness and gentleness of Christ— who in presence am lowly among you, but being absent am bold toward you. 2 Corinthians 12:9-10 And He said to me, "My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness." 1 But I determined this within myself, that I would not come again to you in sorrow. 2 For if I make you sorrowful, then who is he who makes me glad but the one who is made sorrowful by me? Therefore most gladly I will rather boast in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me. I will reluctantly tell about visions and revelations from the Lord. 2 And I, brethren, when I came to you, did not come with excellence of speech or of wisdom declaring to you the testimony of God. 2:10], NKJV Study Bible, Full-Color, Comfort Print: The Complete Resource for Studying God’s Word, NKJV Word Study Bible: 1,700 Key Words that Unlock the Meaning of the Bible, NKJV, Abide Bible, Red Letter Edition, Comfort Print: Holy Bible, New King James Version, NKJV, The Story: The Bible as One Continuing Story of God and His People, NKJV, Chronological Study Bible: Holy Bible, New King James Version, NKJV, Lucado Encouraging Word Bible, Comfort Print: Holy Bible, New King James Version. 9 And He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore most gladly (J)I will rather boast in my infirmities, (K)that the power of Christ may rest upon me. Therefore most gladly I will rather boast in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me. Did we not walk in the same spirit? 5:5], Acts 14:8–10; 16:16–18; 19:11, 12; 20:6–12; 28:1–10, John 10:11; Rom. Listen to the Bible . 1 Corinthians 2 :: New King James Version (NKJV) Strong's. 12:7; [Gal. Bible > NKJV > 2 Corinthians 10 2 Corinthians 10 New King James Version: Par The Spiritual War. 2 Corinthians 12 New King James Version The Vision of Paradise 12 It is [ a]doubtless not profitable for me to boast. For I ought to have been commended by you; for # 1 Cor. 11 I have become (N)a fool [c]in boasting; you have compelled me. Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV® Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.® Used by permission. 2 Corinthians 11 New King James Version (NKJV) Concern for Their Faithfulness. Whether it was in the body or out of the body I do not know—God knows. 17 Did I exploit you through any of the men I sent to you? 20 For I fear lest, when I come, I shall not find you such as I wish, and that (AD)I shall be found by you such as you do not wish; lest there be contentions, jealousies, outbursts of wrath, selfish ambitions, backbitings, whisperings, conceits, tumults; 21 lest, when I come again, my God (AE)will humble me among you, and I shall mourn for many (AF)who have sinned before and have not repented of the uncleanness, (AG)fornication, and lewdness which they have practiced. 2 Corinthians 12 :: New International Version (NIV) Strong's. 12 It is [a]doubtless not profitable for me to boast. Scripture Formatting. 2 Corinthians 12:10 Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in needs, in persecutions, in distresses, for Christ's sake. Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies … The Vision of Paradise - It is doubtless not profitable for me to boast. 2 Corinthians 12:12 12 q Truly the signs of an apostle were accomplished among you with all perseverance, in signs and r wonders and mighty s deeds. 5:13; 11:1, 16; 12:6 a fool in boasting; you have compelled me. New King James Version (NKJV), “My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.”. 2 I know a man in Christ who fourteen years ago was caught up to the third heaven. Red Letter. Font Size. 2:8; [2 Tim. Forgive me this wrong! This summary of the book of 2 Corinthians provides information about the title, author(s), date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the Book of 2 Corinthians. 2 Corinthians 10 2 Corinthians 12 2 Corinthians 11 New King James Version (NKJV) Concern for Their Faithfulness 11 Oh, that you would bear with me in a little folly—and indeed you do bear with me. Font Size. 33:55; Ezek. There is, however, no manuscript evidence that warrants splitting 2 Corinthians into two parts. Forgive the Offender. 2:6; Gal. 11 Oh, that you would bear with me in a little folly—and indeed you do bear with me. And I will not be burdensome to you; for (U)I do not seek yours, but you. Purposes. 12 It is [a]doubtless not profitable for me to boast. 9 And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. 9 And He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore most gladly (J)I will rather boast in my infirmities, (K)that the power of Christ may rest upon me. New King James Version Update. 1 It is doubtless not profitable for me to boast. Verse. I will come to (A)visions and (B)revelations of the Lord: 2 I know a man (C)in Christ who fourteen years ago—whether in the body I do not know, or whether out of the body I do not know, God knows—such a one (D)was caught up to the third heaven. 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