2 Corinthians 13:4 Meaning
For though he was crucified through weakness, yet he liveth by the power of God. For we also are weak in him, but we shall live with him by the power of God toward you.
Context Explained
2I told you before, and foretell you, as if I were present, the second time; and being absent now I write to them which heretofore have sinned, and to all other, that, if I come again, I will not spare:
3Since ye seek a proof of Christ speaking in me, which to you-ward is not weak, but is mighty in you.
4For though he was crucified through weakness, yet he liveth by the power of God. For we also are weak in him, but we shall live with him by the power of God toward you.
5Examine yourselves, whether ye be in the faith; prove your own selves. Know ye not your own selves, how that Jesus Christ is in you, except ye be reprobates?
6But I trust that ye shall know that we are not reprobates.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Romans 8:11
Both verses affirm the power of God that brings life even in weakness.
2 Corinthians 4:7
Both discuss the theme of treasure in jars of clay, highlighting human weakness and divine strength.
1 Peter 3:18
Both emphasize Christ's suffering and the resulting power of God.
Source: 2 Corinthians 13:4