2 Corinthians 4:2
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for 2 Corinthians 4:2 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
2 Corinthians 4:2 is a verse from the book of 2 Corinthians in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "But have renounced the hidden things of dishonesty, not walking in craftiness, nor handling the word of God deceitfully;..." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
2 Corinthians 4:2 — KJV
“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. dishonesty: Gr. shame”
— 2 Corinthians 4:2 (KJV)
2 Corinthians 4:2 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 4:2
“And say to the forest of the south, Hear the word of the LORD; Thus saith the Lord GOD; Behold, I will kindle a fire in thee, and it shall devour every green tree in thee, and every dry tree: the flaming flame shall not be quenched, and all faces from the south to the north shall be burned therein.”
Shares key themes with 2 Corinthians 4:2: nor, word, god
“Hear the word of the LORD, ye children of Israel: for the LORD hath a controversy with the inhabitants of the land, because there is no truth, nor mercy, nor knowledge of God in the land.”
Shares key themes with 2 Corinthians 4:2: nor, word, god
“Ye have wearied the LORD with your words. Yet ye say, Wherein have we wearied him? When ye say, Every one that doeth evil is good in the sight of the LORD, and he delighteth in them; or, Where is the God of judgment?”
Shares key themes with 2 Corinthians 4:2: word, god, every
“Therefore judge nothing before the time, until the Lord come, who both will bring to light the hidden things of darkness, and will make manifest the counsels of the hearts: and then shall every man have praise of God.”
Shares key themes with 2 Corinthians 4:2: hidden, things, god
“Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.”
Shares key themes with 2 Corinthians 4:2: word, god, truth
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