2Cor 5:11 | TNotes | STEP | Summary for 2Cor 5:11-21: 5:11–7:4 Paul now explains the main theme of his message, which is reconciliation—the turning of enemies into friends and the restoration of relationships. Paul’s thinking is rooted in what God has done through Christ to reconcile sinners to himself (5:18-21 ). This exposition is framed by a defense of his own ministry (5:11-17 ) and an application of his message to the situation in Corinth (6:1–7:4 ). 5:11 One motive for Paul’s ministry is fearful responsibility to the Lord —not a cringing dread, but a healthy reverence (see Prov 1:7 ).

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‏ 2 Corinthians 5:11

Summary for 2Cor 5:11-21: 5:11–7:4 ^a Paul now explains the main theme of his message, which is reconciliation—the turning of enemies into friends and the restoration of relationships. Paul’s thinking is rooted in what God has done through Christ to reconcile sinners to himself (5:18-21 ^b). This exposition is framed by a defense of his own ministry (5:11-17 ^c) and an application of his message to the situation in Corinth (6:1–7:4 ^d). 5:11 ^e One motive for Paul’s ministry is fearful responsibility to the Lord—not a cringing dread, but a healthy reverence (see Prov 1:7 ^f).