Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version So then, death is at work in us, but life is at work in you. New Living Translation So we live in the face of death, but this has resulted in eternal life for you. English Standard Version So death is at work in us, but life in you. Berean Standard Bible So then, death is at work in us, but life is at work in you. Berean Literal Bible So then, death works in us, but life in you. King James Bible So then death worketh in us, but life in you. New King James Version So then death is working in us, but life in you. New American Standard Bible So death works in us, but life in you. NASB 1995 So death works in us, but life in you. NASB 1977 So death works in us, but life in you. Legacy Standard Bible So death works in us, but life in you. Amplified Bible So physical death is [actively] at work in us, but [spiritual] life [is actively at work] in you. Christian Standard Bible So then, death is at work in us, but life in you. Holman Christian Standard Bible So death works in us, but life in you. American Standard Version So then death worketh in us, but life in you. Contemporary English Version This means that death is working in us, but life is working in you. English Revised Version So then death worketh in us, but life in you. GOD'S WORD® Translation Death is at work in us, but life is at work in you. Good News Translation This means that death is at work in us, but life is at work in you. International Standard Version And so death is at work in us, but life is at work in you. Majority Standard Bible So then, death is at work in us, but life is at work in you. NET Bible As a result, death is at work in us, but life is at work in you. New Heart English Bible So then death works in us, but life in you. Webster's Bible Translation So then death worketh in us, but life in you. Weymouth New Testament Thus we are constantly dying, while you are in full enjoyment of Life. World English Bible So then death works in us, but life in you. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionso that, death indeed works in us, and life in you. Berean Literal Bible So then, death works in us, but life in you. Young's Literal Translation so that, the death indeed in us doth work, and the life in you. Smith's Literal Translation So that death is truly energetic in us, and life in you. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleSo then death worketh in us, but life in you. Catholic Public Domain Version Therefore, death is at work in us, and life is at work in you. New American Bible So death is at work in us, but life in you. New Revised Standard Version So death is at work in us, but life in you. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleThus death is close to us, but life is nigh to you. Aramaic Bible in Plain English Now death labors in us and life in you. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentSo, then, death is active in us, but life in you. Godbey New Testament So that death works in us, but life in you. Haweis New Testament Wherefore death indeed is working in us, but life in you. Mace New Testament so that I suffer the influences of his death, while you only feel the effects of his life. Weymouth New Testament Thus we are constantly dying, while you are in full enjoyment of Life. Worrell New Testament So that death is working in us, but life in you. Worsley New Testament So that death is wrought in us, but life in you. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Treasures in Jars of Clay…11For we who are alive are always consigned to death for Jesus’ sake, so that the life of Jesus may also be revealed in our mortal body. 12So then, death is at work in us, but life is at work in you. 13And in keeping with what is written: “I believed, therefore I have spoken,” we who have the same spirit of faith also believe and therefore speak,… Cross References Romans 8:36 As it is written: “For Your sake we face death all day long; we are considered as sheep to be slaughtered.” Philippians 1:20-21 I eagerly expect and hope that I will in no way be ashamed, but will have complete boldness so that now as always Christ will be exalted in my body, whether by life or by death. / For to me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain. 1 Corinthians 15:31 I face death every day, brothers, as surely as I boast about you in Christ Jesus our Lord. Galatians 2:20 I have been crucified with Christ, and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave Himself up for me. Colossians 1:24 Now I rejoice in my sufferings for you, and I fill up in my flesh what is lacking in regard to Christ’s afflictions for the sake of His body, which is the church. 2 Timothy 2:11-12 This is a trustworthy saying: If we died with Him, we will also live with Him; / if we endure, we will also reign with Him; if we deny Him, He will also deny us; Romans 6:4-5 We were therefore buried with Him through baptism into death, in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may walk in newness of life. / For if we have been united with Him like this in His death, we will certainly also be united with Him in His resurrection. 1 Peter 4:13 But rejoice that you share in the sufferings of Christ, so that you may be overjoyed at the revelation of His glory. John 12:24-25 Truly, truly, I tell you, unless a kernel of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains only a seed. But if it dies, it bears much fruit. / Whoever loves his life will lose it, but whoever hates his life in this world will keep it for eternal life. Matthew 16:25 For whoever wants to save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for My sake will find it. Romans 5:10 For if, when we were enemies of God, we were reconciled to Him through the death of His Son, how much more, having been reconciled, shall we be saved through His life! 1 Corinthians 4:9-13 For it seems to me that God has displayed us apostles at the end of the procession, like prisoners appointed for death. We have become a spectacle to the whole world, to angels as well as to men. / We are fools for Christ, but you are wise in Christ. We are weak, but you are strong. You are honored, but we are dishonored. / To this very hour we are hungry and thirsty, we are poorly clothed, we are brutally treated, we are homeless. ... Philippians 3:10 I want to know Christ and the power of His resurrection and the fellowship of His sufferings, being conformed to Him in His death, Acts 20:24 But I consider my life of no value to me, if only I may finish my course and complete the ministry I have received from the Lord Jesus—the ministry of testifying to the good news of God’s grace. Hebrews 2:9-10 But we see Jesus, who was made a little lower than the angels, now crowned with glory and honor because He suffered death, so that by the grace of God He might taste death for everyone. / In bringing many sons to glory, it was fitting for God, for whom and through whom all things exist, to make the author of their salvation perfect through suffering. Treasury of Scripture So then death works in us, but life in you. death. 2 Corinthians 12:15 And I will very gladly spend and be spent for you; though the more abundantly I love you, the less I be loved. 2 Corinthians 13:9 For we are glad, when we are weak, and ye are strong: and this also we wish, even your perfection. Acts 20:24 But none of these things move me, neither count I my life dear unto myself, so that I might finish my course with joy, and the ministry, which I have received of the Lord Jesus, to testify the gospel of the grace of God. Jump to Previous Constantly Death Dying Enjoyment Full Indeed Life Work Worketh Working WorksJump to Next Constantly Death Dying Enjoyment Full Indeed Life Work Worketh Working Works2 Corinthians 4 1. Paul declares how he has used all sincerity and diligence in preaching the gospel,7. and how his troubles and persecutions did redound to the praise of God's power, 12. to the benefit of the church, 16. and to the apostle's own eternal glory. So then, death is at work in us This phrase reflects the apostle Paul's acknowledgment of the physical and emotional hardships he and his fellow apostles endure for the sake of the Gospel. The "death" at work in them refers to the constant threat of persecution, suffering, and even martyrdom. Historically, Paul faced numerous trials, including beatings, imprisonment, and shipwrecks (2 Corinthians 11:23-27). This suffering is reminiscent of Jesus' own path to the cross, highlighting the theme of sharing in Christ's sufferings (Philippians 3:10). Theologically, this can be seen as a participation in the death of Christ, which is a necessary precursor to experiencing His resurrection power (Romans 6:5). but life is at work in you Persons / Places / Events 1. Paul the ApostleThe author of 2 Corinthians, Paul is writing to the church in Corinth. He is a key figure in the early Christian church, known for his missionary journeys and epistles. 2. Corinth A major city in ancient Greece, known for its wealth and immorality. The church in Corinth faced many challenges, including divisions and moral issues. 3. The Corinthian Church The recipients of Paul's letter, this early Christian community struggled with internal conflicts and needed guidance on living out their faith. 4. Paul's Suffering Throughout 2 Corinthians, Paul discusses his own sufferings and hardships as an apostle, which he sees as a means of bringing life to others. 5. The Ministry of the New Covenant The broader context of this passage is Paul's discussion of his ministry under the New Covenant, emphasizing the transformative power of the Gospel. Teaching Points The Paradox of Christian MinistryIn Christian ministry, suffering and sacrifice often lead to spiritual life and growth in others. Paul’s hardships were not in vain but served a greater purpose in the spiritual vitality of the Corinthian believers. The Cost of Discipleship Following Christ involves a willingness to endure hardships. Just as Paul experienced "death" in his ministry, believers today are called to take up their cross and follow Jesus, understanding that their sacrifices can lead to life and growth in others. The Power of the Gospel The Gospel has the power to bring life out of death. Paul's experiences demonstrate that even in the midst of suffering, the message of Christ can bring transformation and hope. Living for Others Christians are called to live selflessly, often putting the needs of others before their own comfort. Paul’s example challenges us to consider how our lives can be a source of life and encouragement to those around us. Endurance in Trials Paul’s endurance through trials serves as an encouragement for believers to persevere in their own challenges, trusting that God is at work even in difficult circumstances.(12) So then death worketh in us, but life in you.--"Life" is here clearly used in its higher spiritual sense, as in the preceding verse. We trace in the words something of the same pathos as in 1Corinthians 4:8-13, without the irony which is there perceptible. "You," he seems to say, "reap the fruit of my sufferings. The 'dying' is all my own; you know nothing of that conflict with pain and weakness; but the 'life' which is the result of that experience works in you as well as in me, and finds in you the chief sphere of its operation."Verse 12. - So then. In accordance with what he has just said. Death worketh in us, but life in you. The life of us apostles is a constant death (Romans 8:36); but of this daily dying you reap the benefits; our dying is your living; our afflictions become to you a source of consolation and joy (2 Corinthians 1:6; Philippians 2:17). Parallel Commentaries ... Greek So then,ὥστε (hōste) Conjunction Strong's 5620: So that, therefore, so then, so as to. From hos and te; so too, i.e. Thus therefore. death θάνατος (thanatos) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 2288: Death, physical or spiritual. From thnesko; death. is at work ἐνεργεῖται (energeitai) Verb - Present Indicative Middle - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 1754: From energes; to be active, efficient. in ἐν (en) Preposition Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. us, ἡμῖν (hēmin) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 1st Person Plural Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I. but δὲ (de) Conjunction Strong's 1161: A primary particle; but, and, etc. life [is at work] ζωὴ (zōē) Noun - Nominative Feminine Singular Strong's 2222: Life, both of physical (present) and of spiritual (particularly future) existence. From zao; life. in ἐν (en) Preposition Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. you. ὑμῖν (hymin) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative 2nd Person Plural Strong's 4771: You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. Links 2 Corinthians 4:12 NIV2 Corinthians 4:12 NLT 2 Corinthians 4:12 ESV 2 Corinthians 4:12 NASB 2 Corinthians 4:12 KJV 2 Corinthians 4:12 BibleApps.com 2 Corinthians 4:12 Biblia Paralela 2 Corinthians 4:12 Chinese Bible 2 Corinthians 4:12 French Bible 2 Corinthians 4:12 Catholic Bible NT Letters: 2 Corinthians 4:12 So then death works in us (2 Cor. 2C iiC 2Cor ii cor iicor) |
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