2 Corinthians 6

The Temple of the Living God

1 We then, as workers together with him, beseech you also that ye receive not the graceGrace: χάρις (Charis). The Greek charis (χάρις) denotes unmerited divine favor—God's kindness toward the undeserving. Salvation is 'by grace through faith' (Ephesians 2:8), not human merit. of God in vain. Grace: Acts 14:3, Galatians 2:21, Titus 2:11, Hebrews 12:15, 1 Peter 4:10. References God: Romans 12:1, 1 Corinthians 3:9. Parallel theme: Matthew 23:37, Galatians 3:4, Hebrews 12:25 +5

2 (For he saith, I have heard thee in a time accepted, and in the day of salvationSalvation: σωτηρία (Soteria). The Greek soteria (σωτηρία) denotes salvation, deliverance, or preservation—rescue from sin's penalty and power. It encompasses justification, sanctification, and glorification. have I succoured thee: behold, now is the accepted time; behold, now is the day of salvation.) Salvation: Isaiah 49:8. Parallel theme: Isaiah 61:2, Ezekiel 16:8, Luke 4:19, Hebrews 3:7, 3:13, 4:7 +2

3 Giving no offence in any thing, that the ministry be not blamed: Parallel theme: Matthew 17:27, Romans 14:13, 1 Corinthians 9:12, 9:22

4 But in all things approving ourselves as the ministers of GodGod: Θεός (Theos). The Greek Theos (Θεός) refers to deity, used both for the one true God and false gods. Context determines whether it denotes the Father specifically or the Godhead generally., in much patience, in afflictions, in necessities, in distresses, References God: Joel 2:17. Parallel theme: 2 Corinthians 3:6, 4:8, 11:27, 12:10, 12:12, 1 Corinthians 3:5 +2

5 In stripes, in imprisonments, in tumults, in labours, in watchings, in fastings; Parallel theme: 2 Corinthians 11:27, Acts 17:5

6 By pureness, by knowledge, by longsuffering, by kindness, by the Holy Ghost, by loveLove: ἀγάπη (Agape). The Greek agape (ἀγάπη) denotes self-sacrificial, unconditional love—the highest form of love, characterizing God's nature (1 John 4:8) and the love Christians are called to demonstrate. unfeigned, Love: 2 Corinthians 2:4, 11:11, 12:15, Ephesians 4:2. Spirit: 2 Corinthians 11:4. Parallel theme: 2 Corinthians 4:6, 7:2, 11:6, Ephesians 4:32, Colossians 1:27 +5

7 By the word of truth, by the power of God, by the armour of righteousness on the right hand and on the left, References God: 2 Corinthians 13:4. Word: 2 Corinthians 4:2, Psalms 119:43, Ephesians 1:13, 2 Timothy 2:15, James 1:18. Parallel theme: Ephesians 3:20, 1 Thessalonians 5:8, 2 Timothy 4:7 +4

8 By honour and dishonour, by evil report and good report: as deceivers, and yet true; Evil: 1 Peter 4:14. Parallel theme: Matthew 27:63, Acts 28:22, 1 Timothy 4:10, Revelation 3:9

9 As unknown, and yet well known; as dying, and, behold, we live; as chastened, and not killed; Parallel theme: 2 Corinthians 11:6, Romans 8:36, 1 Corinthians 4:9

10 As sorrowful, yet alway rejoicing; as poor, yet making many rich; as having nothing, and yet possessing all things. Kingdom: James 2:5. Sin: Colossians 3:16. Parallel theme: 2 Corinthians 8:9, Proverbs 16:16, John 16:22, Philippians 4:4, 1 Thessalonians 1:6, 1 Timothy 4:8, Hebrews 10:34, Revelation 2:9 +5

11 O ye Corinthians, our mouth is open unto you, our heart is enlarged. Parallel theme: 2 Corinthians 2:4, 12:15, Job 32:20, Psalms 51:15, 119:32, Galatians 3:1, Ephesians 6:8, Philippians 1:8, 4:15, Revelation 22:12 +5

12 Ye are not straitened in us, but ye are straitened in your own bowels. Parallel theme: Job 36:16, Micah 2:7

13 Now for a recompence in the same, (I speak as unto my children,) be ye also enlarged. Parallel theme: 3 John 1:4

Do Not Be Unequally Yoked

14 Be ye not unequally yoked together with unbelievers: for what fellowship hath righteousness with unrighteousness? and what communion hath light with darkness? Righteousness: Proverbs 29:27. Parallel theme: Leviticus 19:19, 1 Kings 18:21, Psalms 106:35, Proverbs 22:24, Malachi 2:11, 1 Corinthians 5:9, 10:21, 15:33, James 4:4 +5

15 And what concord hath Christ with Belial? or what part hath he that believeth with an infidel? Parallel theme: 1 Kings 18:21

16 And what agreement hath the temple of GodGod: Θεός (Theos). The Greek Theos (Θεός) refers to deity, used both for the one true God and false gods. Context determines whether it denotes the Father specifically or the Godhead generally. with idols? for ye are the temple of the living God; as God hath said, I will dwell in them, and walk in them; and I will be their God, and they shall be my people. References God: Exodus 29:45, Leviticus 26:12, Jeremiah 24:7, 31:33, 32:38, Ezekiel 11:20, Hosea 2:23, Hebrews 8:10. Temple: 1 Corinthians 6:19, Revelation 21:3 +5

17 Wherefore come out from among them, and be ye separate, saith the LordLord: Κύριος (Kurios). The Greek Kurios (Κύριος) means 'lord' or 'master,' used both for human masters and divinely for God the Father and Jesus Christ. Its application to Jesus affirms His deity, as it translates YHWH in the Septuagint., and touch not the unclean thing; and I will receive you, References Lord: Ezra 6:21, 10:11, Isaiah 52:11, Jeremiah 51:6. Parallel theme: 2 Corinthians 7:1, Numbers 16:21, 16:26, Proverbs 9:6, Acts 2:40, Revelation 18:4 +5

18 And will be a Father unto you, and ye shall be my sons and daughters, saith the Lord Almighty. References Lord: Genesis 17:1, Revelation 1:8. Parallel theme: 2 Samuel 7:14, Isaiah 43:6, Jeremiah 31:9, John 1:12, Romans 8:29, Galatians 3:26, Ephesians 1:5, Revelation 21:7 +5