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2 Corinthians 1:23

2 Corinthians 1:24 nasb — Not that we lord it over your faith, but are workers with you for your joy; for in your faith you are standing firm.

NASB

"Not that we lord it over your faith, but are workers with you for your joy; for in your faith you are standing firm."

— 2 Corinthians 1:24, NASB

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2 Corinthians 1 — Context

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

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who also sealed us and gave us the Spirit in our hearts as a pledge.

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But I call God as witness to my soul, that to spare you I did not come again to Corinth.

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Not that we lord it over your faith, but are workers with you for your joy; for in your faith you are standing firm.

2 Corinthians 1:24 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Corinthians 1:24 say?
2 Corinthians 1:24 in the NASB reads: “Not that we lord it over your faith, but are workers with you for your joy; for in your faith you are standing firm.”
Where is 2 Corinthians 1:24 in the Bible?
2 Corinthians 1:24 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 2 Corinthians, chapter 1, verse 24.
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 1:24.
What translation should I read 2 Corinthians 1:24 in?
2 Corinthians 1:24 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 1:24?
2 Corinthians 1:24 reads (NASB): “Not that we lord it over your faith, but are workers with you for your joy; for in your faith you are standing firm.” 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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