New Testament Pauline Epistles 13 chapters
2 Corinthians
Paul's most personal letter: defending his ministry against critics, he reveals the paradox of gospel service — treasure in jars of clay, strength perfected in weakness.
Outline
- Ch. 1–7 Ministry explained: comfort in affliction, the new covenant's glory (3), jars of clay (4), new creation and reconciliation (5), joy over their repentance
- Ch. 8–9 The grace of generous giving
- Ch. 10–13 Paul's defense: boasting in weakness, the thorn in the flesh (12:9–10)