2 Corinthians 5:19 Meaning
To wit, that God was in Christ, reconciling the world unto himself, not imputing their trespasses unto them; and hath committed unto us the word of reconciliation.
Context Explained
17Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.
18And all things are of God, who hath reconciled us to himself by Jesus Christ, and hath given to us the ministry of reconciliation;
19To wit, that God was in Christ, reconciling the world unto himself, not imputing their trespasses unto them; and hath committed unto us the word of reconciliation.
20Now then we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God did beseech you by us: we pray you in Christ's stead, be ye reconciled to God.
21For he hath made him to be sin for us, who knew no sin; that we might be made the righteousness of God in him.
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Related Cross References
Ephesians 2:16
Both verses discuss reconciliation between God and humanity.
Colossians 1:20
Both emphasize peace through the blood of Christ.
Matthew 5:24
Both stress the importance of reconciliation in relationships.
Source: 2 Corinthians 5:19