2 Corinthians 12:15 · KJV
"And I will very gladly spend and be spent for you; though the more abundantly I love you, the less I be loved."
King James Version
What does 2 Corinthians 12:15 mean? →Passage Context
Reflection Questions
How do you express love to those who may not appreciate it?
What does it mean for you to give without expecting in return?
When have you felt unappreciated in your efforts to help others?
Life Application
Practice acts of kindness without expecting anything in return, reflecting Christ's love.
Consider how you can serve others in your community, even when your efforts go unnoticed.
People in This Verse
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
Paul's willingness to spend and be spent for others reflects the sacrificial love of Jesus.
See also: John 15:13
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