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2 Corinthians 5:18

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
And all things are of God, who hath reconciled us to himself by Jesus Christ, and hath given to us the ministry of reconciliation;
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Everything comes from God, who brought us back into right relationship with him through Jesus Christ, and then gave us the job of helping other people find that same connection.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God didn't just fix your relationship with him, he made you part of the team that helps others get right with him too.

📚 Historical Context

In the first century AD, the Apostle Paul wrote his second letter to the Corinthians to address divisions, moral issues, and false teachings within the early church. This verse is part of a broader passage where Paul discusses the new creation in Christ and the profound change that comes from God's initiative in restoring humanity's relationship with Him. Paul emphasizes that this reconciliation through Jesus is not just personal but also commissions believers to carry out a similar work of restoration in the world.

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