2 Corinthians 10:1 · KJV

"Now I Paul myself beseech you by the meekness and gentleness of Christ, who in presence am base among you, but being absent am bold toward you:"

King James Version

Passage Context

¹Now I Paul myself beseech you by the meekness and gentleness of Christ, who in presence am base among you, but being absent am bold toward you:

²But I beseech you, that I may not be bold when I am present with that confidence, wherewith I think to be bold against some, which think of us as if we walked according to the flesh.

³For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war after the flesh:

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Reflection Questions

How do you balance humility and confidence in your life?

What does it mean to you to be gentle in your approach to others?

When have you felt misunderstood, and how did you respond?

Life Application

relationships

Practice gentleness in your interactions, especially when addressing conflicts or misunderstandings.

faith

Reflect on how Christ's meekness can inspire your approach to challenges and relationships.

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

Places in This Verse

Corinth(Corinth, Greece today)

A significant city in the Roman Empire, known for its wealth and cultural influence, where Paul established a church.

Connection to Jesus

character of jesus

This verse reflects the meekness and gentleness of Christ, which Paul embodies in his leadership style.

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