2 Corinthians 4:12
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for 2 Corinthians 4:12 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
2 Corinthians 4:12 is a verse from the book of 2 Corinthians in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "So then death worketh in us, but life in you." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
2 Corinthians 4:12 — KJV
“So then death worketh in us, but life in you.”
— 2 Corinthians 4:12 (KJV)
2 Corinthians 4:12 in Context — About the Book of 2 Corinthians
2 Corinthians is Paul's most personal letter — defending his ministry through a catalogue of beatings, shipwrecks, and sleepless nights, then unveiling the secret: God's power is made perfect in weakness. Treasure in jars of clay, the God of all comfort, and grace that is always sufficient.
Cross-References for 2 Corinthians 4:12
“And if any mischief follow, then thou shalt give life for life,”
Shares key themes with 2 Corinthians 4:12: then, life
“If there be laid on him a sum of money, then he shall give for the ransom of his life whatsoever is laid upon him.”
Shares key themes with 2 Corinthians 4:12: then, life
“And he that killeth any man shall surely be put to death. killeth...: Heb. smiteth the life of a man”
Shares key themes with 2 Corinthians 4:12: death, life
“If these men die the common death of all men, or if they be visited after the visitation of all men; then the LORD hath not sent me. the common...: Heb. as every man dieth”
Shares key themes with 2 Corinthians 4:12: then, death
“Who can count the dust of Jacob, and the number of the fourth part of Israel? Let me die the death of the righteous, and let my last end be like his! me: Heb. my soul, or, my life”
Shares key themes with 2 Corinthians 4:12: death, life
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