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2 Corinthians, 4

1. Therefore seeing we have this ministry, as we have received mercy, we faint not;

1. Since this is our ministry mercifully given to us, we do not weaken.

2. But have renounced the hidden things of dishonesty, not walking in craftiness, nor handling the word of God deceitfully; but by manifestation of the truth commending ourselves to every man's conscience in the sight of God.

2. We refuse to stay with half-truths through fear; we do not behave with cunning or falsify the message of God but, manifesting the truth, we deserve the respect of everyone before God.

3. But if our gospel be hid, it is hid to them that are lost:

3. In fact if the Gospel we proclaim remains obscure, it is obscure only for those who go to their own destruction.

4. In whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, lest the light of the glorious gospel of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine unto them.

4. The god of this world has blinded the minds of these unbelievers lest they see the radiance of the glorious Gospel of Christ, who is God's image.

5. For we preach not ourselves, but Christ Jesus the Lord; and ourselves your servants for Jesus' sake.

5. It is not ourselves we preach, but Christ Jesus as Lord; and for Jesus' sake we are your servants.

6. For God, who commanded the light to shine out of darkness, hath shined in our hearts, to [give] the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.

6. God who said, Let the light shine out of darkness, has also made the light shine in our hearts to radiate and to make known the Glory of God, as it shines in the face of Christ.

7. But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us.

7. However, we carry this treasure in vessels of clay, so that this all-surpassing power may not be seen as ours but as God's.

8. [We are] troubled on every side, yet not distressed; [we are] perplexed, but not in despair;

8. Trials of every sort come to us, but we are not discouraged.

9. Persecuted, but not forsaken; cast down, but not destroyed;

9. We are left without answer, but do not despair; persecuted but not abandoned, knocked down but not crushed.

10. Always bearing about in the body the dying of the Lord Jesus, that the life also of Jesus might be made manifest in our body.

10. At any moment we carry in our person the death of Jesus, so that the life of Jesus may also be manifested in us.

11. For we which live are alway delivered unto death for Jesus' sake, that the life also of Jesus might be made manifest in our mortal flesh.

11. For we, the living, are given up continually to death for the sake of Jesus, so that the life of Jesus may appear in our mortal existence.

12. So then death worketh in us, but life in you.

12. And as death is at work in us, life comes to you.

13. We having the same spirit of faith, according as it is written, I believed, and therefore have I spoken; we also believe, and therefore speak;

13. We have received the same spirit of faith referred to in Scripture that says: I believed and so I spoke. We also believe and so we speak.

14. Knowing that he which raised up the Lord Jesus shall raise up us also by Jesus, and shall present [us] with you.

14. We know that He who raised the Lord Jesus will also raise us with Jesus and bring us, with you, into his presence.

15. For all things [are] for your sakes, that the abundant grace might through the thanksgiving of many redound to the glory of God.

15. Finally, everything is for your good, so that grace will come more abundantly upon you and great will be the thanksgiving for the glory of God.

16. For which cause we faint not; but though our outward man perish, yet the inward [man] is renewed day by day.

16. Therefore we are not discouraged. On the contrary, while our outer being wastes away, the inner self is renewed from day to day.

17. For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding [and] eternal weight of glory;

17. The slight affliction which quickly passes away prepares us for an eternal wealth of glory so great and beyond all comparison.

18. While we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen: for the things which are seen [are] temporal; but the things which are not seen [are] eternal.

18. So we no longer pay attention to the things that are seen, but to those that are unseen, for the things that we see last for a moment, but that which cannot be seen is eternal.



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Fusnote:

4:7 - Paul speaks of the treasure of grace being kept in earthen vessels, symbolizing human frailty. This shows that God's power is manifested in our weakness (see also 2 Corinthians 12:9 and 1 Corinthians 1:27-29).

4:8-9 - Paul describes the trials they face, but declares that despite the difficulties, they are not crushed, nor despaired, nor abandoned, nor destroyed. Christian resilience is guaranteed by the presence of Christ in our lives (see also 2 Corinthians 1:8-9 and Romans 8:35-39).

4:16-18 - Despite difficulties and sufferings, Paul reminds us that they are temporary and light compared to the eternal glory that awaits us. Christian hope transcends present difficulties (see also 2 Corinthians 5:1 and Romans 8:18).

04:17 - Momentary suffering is used to produce an eternal weight of glory, reflecting the spiritual value of the hardships endured. The Christian is shaped by these experiences for future glory (see also James 1:2-4 and 1 Peter 1:6-7).

Stihovi vezani uz 2 Corinthians, 4:

2 Corinthians chapter 4 explores the treasure in earthen vessels. How does Paul maintain hope in the midst of difficulties? This inspiring text describes the apostle's perseverance in the face of affliction and the manifestation of God's power through human weakness. The chapter covers topics such as the light of the gospel, inner renewal, and the eternal perspective. Paul also contrasts momentary and light suffering with eternal glory. Explore with us five biblical passages that relate to the resilient themes of this powerful chapter.

1 Peter 2:9: "But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God's own people, to proclaim the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light." - This verse relates to Paul's discussion of the proclamation of the gospel in 2 Corinthians 4:1-6.

Colossians 1:15: "He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation." - This passage complements Paul's statement in 2 Corinthians 4:4 about Christ as the image of God.

Romans 8:18: "I consider that our current sufferings cannot be compared with the glory that will be revealed in us." - This verse echoes Paul's theme of temporary afflictions and eternal glory in 2 Corinthians 4:17-18.

1 Peter 1:7: "Thus, your faith, which is worth much more than gold that perishes, even if refined by fire, will be genuine and will result in praise, glory and honor when Jesus Christ is revealed." - This passage relates to Paul's idea about afflictions producing an "eternal weight of glory" in 2 Corinthians 4:17.

Hebrews 11:1: "Now, faith is the certainty of what we hope for and the proof of things we do not see." - This verse complements Paul's statement in 2 Corinthians 4:18 about fixing our eyes on what is unseen.

FAQ:

How does Paul describe the ministry of preaching the gospel?

Paul describes ministry as a responsibility to bring the light of Christ to darkened hearts despite hardships and persecution. (2 Corinthians 4:5-6)

What does Paul say about the treasure we have in earthen vessels?

The "treasure" is the gospel of Christ, and the "earthen vessel" is human frailty. This shows that the power comes from God and not from us. (2 Corinthians 4:7)

How does Paul explain perseverance in the midst of suffering?

Paul teaches that sufferings are temporary and produce something eternal and incomparable, making us totally dependent on God. (2 Corinthians 4:17-18)

What does Paul say about the hope of the resurrection?

Paul affirms that even when we face difficulties, we have the hope of the resurrection, where our mortal bodies will be transformed into eternal life. (2 Corinthians 4:14)

What does it mean to "walk by faith and not by sight"?

Walking by faith means living by trusting in God's promises, without relying on visible or temporary circumstances. (2 Corinthians 5:7)


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