2 Corinthians, 6
7. in the word of truth and in the power of God; by using the weapons of uprightness for attack and for defence:
7. in the word of truth and in the power of God; by using the weapons of uprightness for attack and for defence:
Chapter 6 of 2 Corinthians deals with issues related to Christian ministry and communion with God. Paul talks about the need to separate from the world and to live a life consecrated to God, emphasizing the importance of God's grace for it. He also describes the challenges and difficulties he faces as an apostle, but highlights the hope and victory he has in Christ.
2 Corinthians 6:1-2-"And, working with Him with Him, we also urge you that you do not receive the grace of God in vain (because it says, I hear in acceptable time and help you on the day of salvation; Here now the acceptable time, here is now the day of salvation). " Paul emphasizes the importance of receiving the grace of God and repenting in a timely manner, highlighting the urgency of salvation.
2 Corinthians 6:14 - "Do not attach you to an unequal yoke with unbelievers; For society has justice with injustice? Paul warns the Corinthians not to join unbelievers in their ministerial efforts or their personal lives, emphasizing the need to maintain a separation from the world.
2 Corinthians 6:17 - "So I left them, and apart, say the Lord; and you touch nothing filthy, and I will receive you." Paul quotes Isaiah to emphasize the importance of separating from the world and being consecrated to God, stating that this will result in deeper communion with Him.
2 Corinthians 6:4-5-"But in everything recommending ourselves as ministers of God; in much patience, afflictions, needs, anguish, in the whip, in prisons, the riots, the work, the vigil , in the fasts. " Paul describes the challenges he faces as an apostle, including persecution and difficulties, emphasizing the need for perseverance and recommending himself as a minister of God.
2 Corinthians 6:18 - "And I will be to you Father, and you shall be sons and daughters to me, says the almighty Lord." Paul ends the chapter with a quote from Isaiah, emphasizing the promise that those who separate themselves from the world and consecrate themselves to God will be considered children and daughters of His.
O maldito “eu” o mantém apegado à Terra e o impede de voar para Jesus. São Padre Pio de Pietrelcina
