KJV ORIGINAL
(For we walk by faith, not by sight:)
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
We're living by trust in what we can't see, not just by what's right in front of us.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Sometimes you gotta move forward even when you can't see the whole staircase.
📚 Historical Context
In the context of 2 Corinthians, Paul is writing to the church in Corinth, a community facing persecution and internal conflicts, to encourage them to focus on spiritual realities over physical hardships. He contrasts the visible, temporary world with the invisible, eternal promises of God, drawing from his own experiences as an apostle on missionary journeys. This verse fits into a broader discussion in chapter 5 about the hope of resurrection and living for Christ despite earthly struggles.
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