2 Corinthians 4:5
2 Corinthians · New Testament · Chapter 4
“For we preach not ourselves, but Christ Jesus the Lord; and ourselves your servants for Jesus’ sake.”2 Corinthians 4:5
What Does 2 Corinthians 4:5 Mean?
2 Corinthians 4:5 is found in the book of 2 Corinthians, chapter 4, verse 5 of the New Testament. This verse connects to 20 other passages through cross-references, placing it within a rich network of biblical meaning.
Key themes in this passage include Servanthood.
Cross-References (20)
These passages are connected to 2 Corinthians 4:5 through shared themes, quotations, or prophetic fulfillment.
Matthew 23:11“But he that is greatest among you shall be your servant.”1 Thessalonians 2:5“For neither at any time used we flattering words, as ye know, nor a cloke of covetousness; God is witness:”1 Corinthians 1:23“But we preach Christ crucified, unto the Jews a stumblingblock, and unto the Greeks foolishness;”2 Corinthians 1:24“Not for that we have dominion over your faith, but are helpers of your joy: for by faith ye stand.”Galatians 5:13“For, brethren, ye have been called unto liberty; only use not liberty for an occasion to the flesh, but by love serve one another.”1 Corinthians 4:1“Let a man so account of us, as of the ministers of Christ, and stewards of the mysteries of God.”John 4:1“When therefore the LORD knew how the Pharisees had heard that Jesus made and baptized more disciples than John,”Colossians 1:28“Whom we preach, warning every man, and teaching every man in all wisdom; that we may present every man perfect in Christ Jesus:”John 12:26“If any man serve me, let him follow me; and where I am, there shall also my servant be: if any man serve me, him will my Father honour.”3 John 1:7“Because that for his name’s sake they went forth, taking nothing of the Gentiles.”Matthew 25:40“And the King shall answer and say unto them, Verily I say unto you, Inasmuch as ye have done it unto one of the least of these my brethren, ye have done it unto me.”1 Corinthians 3:5“Who then is Paul, and who is Apollos, but ministers by whom ye believed, even as the Lord gave to every man?”1 Corinthians 9:19“For though I be free from all men, yet have I made myself servant unto all, that I might gain the more.”2 Corinthians 5:14“For the love of Christ constraineth us; because we thus judge, that if one died for all, then were all dead:”2 Corinthians 12:10“Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in necessities, in persecutions, in distresses for Christ’s sake: for when I am weak, then am I strong.”Philippians 1:15“Some indeed preach Christ even of envy and strife; and some also of good will:”1 Peter 5:3“Neither as being lords over God’s heritage, but being ensamples to the flock.”Matthew 20:27“And whosoever will be chief among you, let him be your servant:”Romans 1:1“Paul, a servant of Jesus Christ, called to be an apostle, separated unto the gospel of God,”1 Corinthians 1:2“Unto the church of God which is at Corinth, to them that are sanctified in Christ Jesus, called to be saints, with all that in every place call upon the name of Jesus Christ our Lord, both theirs and ours:”
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