2 Corinthians 1:18 web — But as God is faithful, our word toward you was not "Yes and no."

World English Bible

"But as God is faithful, our word toward you was not "Yes and no.""

— 2 Corinthians 1:18, World English Bible

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2 Corinthians 1 — Context

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In this confidence, I was determined to come first to you, that you might have a second benefit;

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and by you to pass into Macedonia, and again from Macedonia to come to you, and to be sent forward by you on my journey to Judea.

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When I therefore was thus determined, did I show fickleness? Or the things that I purpose, do I purpose according to the flesh, that with me there should be the "Yes, yes" and the "No, no?"

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But as God is faithful, our word toward you was not "Yes and no."

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For the Son of God, Jesus Christ, who was preached among you by us, by me, Silvanus, and Timothy, was not "Yes and no," but in him is "Yes."

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For however many are the promises of God, in him is the "Yes." Therefore also through him is the "Amen," to the glory of God through us.

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Now he who establishes us with you in Christ, and anointed us, is God;

2 Corinthians 1:18 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Corinthians 1:18 say?
2 Corinthians 1:18 in the World English Bible reads: “But as God is faithful, our word toward you was not "Yes and no."”
Where is 2 Corinthians 1:18 in the Bible?
2 Corinthians 1:18 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 2 Corinthians, chapter 1, verse 18.
Who wrote 2 Corinthians?
2 Corinthians is traditionally attributed to Paul the Apostle. It was written c. AD 55–56.
What is the book of 2 Corinthians about?
Paul's most personal letter — a defense of his ministry against "false apostles" and a window into the suffering, comfort, weakness, and strength of a true servant of Christ. It contains some of the New Testament's most striking words on generosity, reconciliation, and the new creation.
What are the major themes of 2 Corinthians?
2 Corinthians explores themes including Ministry, Suffering, Comfort, Reconciliation, Generosity, New Creation. These themes shape the meaning and context of 2 Corinthians 1:18.
What translation should I read 2 Corinthians 1:18 in?
2 Corinthians 1:18 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize 2 Corinthians 1:18?
2 Corinthians 1:18 reads (WEB): “But as God is faithful, our word toward you was not "Yes and no."” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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