But we had the sentence of death in ourselves, that we should not trust in ourselves, but in God which raiseth the dead:
Honestly, we felt like we were done for, completely finished. But that was the point: we had to stop depending on ourselves and start trusting the God who literally brings people back from the dead.
Sometimes you have to hit rock bottom to realize God is the only solid ground.
📚 Historical Context
Paul wrote his second letter to the Corinthians after experiencing intense suffering and hardships in Asia, which he described as a near-death experience that brought him to the brink of despair. This trial was intended to strip away self-reliance and point him toward complete dependence on God, who alone has the power to resurrect and deliver from death. In the broader context of the letter, Paul is defending his apostolic ministry and encouraging the church to find strength in God's faithfulness amidst their own struggles.
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