2 Corinthians 7:1
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for 2 Corinthians 7:1 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
2 Corinthians 7:1 is a verse from the book of 2 Corinthians in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "Having therefore these promises, dearly beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit, p..." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
2 Corinthians 7:1 — KJV
“Having therefore these promises, dearly beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God.”
— 2 Corinthians 7:1 (KJV)
2 Corinthians 7:1 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 7:1
“Now therefore be not grieved, nor angry with yourselves, that ye sold me hither: for God did send me before you to preserve life. nor...: Heb. neither let there be anger in your eyes”
Shares key themes with 2 Corinthians 7:1: therefore, let, ourselves
“Therefore shall ye keep mine ordinance, that ye commit not any one of these abominable customs, which were committed before you, and that ye defile not yourselves therein: I am the LORD your God.”
Shares key themes with 2 Corinthians 7:1: therefore, these, ourselves
“Let the LORD, the God of the spirits of all flesh, set a man over the congregation,”
Shares key themes with 2 Corinthians 7:1: let, flesh, spirit
“Therefore he said unto Judah, Let us build these cities, and make about them walls, and towers, gates, and bars, while the land is yet before us; because we have sought the LORD our God, we have sought him, and he hath given us rest on every side. So they built and prospered.”
Shares key themes with 2 Corinthians 7:1: therefore, these, let
“And did not he make one? Yet had he the residue of the spirit. And wherefore one? That he might seek a godly seed. Therefore take heed to your spirit, and let none deal treacherously against the wife of his youth. residue: or, excellency godly...: Heb. seed of God treacherously: or, unfaithfully”
Shares key themes with 2 Corinthians 7:1: therefore, let, spirit
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