Passage Introduction
In verses 3-10 of this passage, Paul defends his apostleship by sharing what he and the other apostles have done and sacrificed for the gospel of Jesus Christ. As you read through this passage, remember what you know about the apostles and their lives and ministries. Reflect on what you can learn from their example of life and dedication.
In verses 3-10 of this passage, Paul defends his apostleship by sharing what he and the other apostles have done and sacrificed for the gospel of Jesus Christ. As you read through this passage, remember what you know about the apostles and their lives and ministries. Reflect on what you can learn from their example of life and dedication.
Spiritual Practices: Lectio Divina
Lectio Divina, or Diving Reading, is a method of reading, reflecting on, and praying the Scripture that has been used by the church for centuries. It focuses on communing with God in Scripture rather than simply studying Scripture for intellectual understanding. Click here for more information on how to practice Lectio Divina. Here are some suggested verses in this passage that may lend themselves to conversation with God through the practice of Lectio Divina.
Suggested Verses
Working together with him, then, we appeal to you not to receive the grace of God in vain. For he says,
“In a favorable time I listened to you,
and in a day of salvation I have helped you.”
Behold, now is the favorable time; behold, now is the day of salvation.
(2 Corinthians 6:1-2)
Lectio Divina, or Diving Reading, is a method of reading, reflecting on, and praying the Scripture that has been used by the church for centuries. It focuses on communing with God in Scripture rather than simply studying Scripture for intellectual understanding. Click here for more information on how to practice Lectio Divina. Here are some suggested verses in this passage that may lend themselves to conversation with God through the practice of Lectio Divina.
Suggested Verses
Working together with him, then, we appeal to you not to receive the grace of God in vain. For he says,
“In a favorable time I listened to you,
and in a day of salvation I have helped you.”
Behold, now is the favorable time; behold, now is the day of salvation.
(2 Corinthians 6:1-2)