2Cor 6:11 | MHM | STEP | Cautions against Mingling with Unbelievers In this section, Paul speaks directly to the Corinthians with deep love and care. He warns them not to join closely with unbelievers. This is important for their spiritual health and faithfulness to God. Paul explains not only the warning but also the reasons behind it, showing that believers must keep themselves pure and honor their special relationship with God. v. 11-13 : Paul shares his sincere affection for the Corinthians, saying, O Corinthians! Our mouth is open to you, our heart is enlarged (2 Corinthians 6:11 ). He wants them to know how much he loves them, like a father loves his children. If there is any distance in their relationship, it is not from Paul, but from the Corinthians themselves. He simply asks them to return his love and trust, as children should love their father (2 Corinthians 6:11-13 ).

‏ 2 Corinthians 6:11

Cautions against Mingling with Unbelievers

In this section, Paul speaks directly to the Corinthians with deep love and care. He warns them not to join closely with unbelievers. This is important for their spiritual health and faithfulness to God. Paul explains not only the warning but also the reasons behind it, showing that believers must keep themselves pure and honor their special relationship with God.

v. 11-13: Paul shares his sincere affection for the Corinthians, saying, O Corinthians! Our mouth is open to you, our heart is enlarged(2 Corinthians 6:11 ^a). He wants them to know how much he loves them, like a father loves his children. If there is any distance in their relationship, it is not from Paul, but from the Corinthians themselves. He simply asks them to return his love and trust, as children should love their father (2 Corinthians 6:11-13 ^b).