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2 Corinthians 6:1

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
We then, as workers together with him, beseech you also that ye receive not the grace of God in vain.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

We're working alongside God here, and we're honestly asking you, don't let his grace just sit there unused. Don't waste this incredible gift he's given you.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God's grace isn't meant to collect dust, it's meant to change everything.

📚 Historical Context

In the first century, the Apostle Paul wrote his second letter to the Corinthians to defend his ministry and address divisions within the church caused by false teachers and internal conflicts. He portrays himself and his co-workers as partners with God, urging the believers not to let God's grace become ineffective in their lives through inaction or disobedience. This verse is part of Paul's passionate appeal for the Corinthians to respond fully to the gospel they had received.

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