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2 Corinthians 1:6 · KJV

"And whether we be afflicted, it is for your consolation and salvation, which is effectual in the enduring of the same sufferings which we also suffer: or whether we be comforted, it is for your consolation and salvation."

King James Version

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Passage Context

4Who comforteth us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort them which are in any trouble, by the comfort wherewith we ourselves are comforted of God.
5For as the sufferings of Christ abound in us, so our consolation also aboundeth by Christ.
6And whether we be afflicted, it is for your consolation and salvation, which is effectual in the enduring of the same sufferings which we also suffer: or whether we be comforted, it is for your consolation and salvation.
7And our hope of you is stedfast, knowing, that as ye are partakers of the sufferings, so shall ye be also of the consolation.
8For we would not, brethren, have you ignorant of our trouble which came to us in Asia, that we were pressed out of measure, above strength, insomuch that we despaired even of life:

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you find comfort in your struggles?

2

What does it mean for you to endure suffering?

3

When have you been able to help someone else through their pain?

Life Application

grief

Consider how your experiences can be a source of comfort to others.

faith

Reflect on how enduring trials can strengthen your faith and reliance on God.

People in This Verse

Paul the ApostleNT

A key figure in early Christianity, Paul spread the Gospel throughout the Roman Empire. He was formerly known as Saul of Tarsus, a persecutor of Christians before his dramatic conversion.

First appearance: Acts 7:58

Connection to Jesus

gospel theme

This verse reflects the idea that suffering can lead to comfort and salvation, themes central to Jesus' teachings.

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