2 Corinthians 1:9 net — Indeed we felt as if the sentence of death had been passed against us, so that we would not trust in ourselves but in G…

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"Indeed we felt as if the sentence of death had been passed against us, so that we would not trust in ourselves but in God who raises the dead."

— 2 Corinthians 1:9, NET Bible

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2 Corinthians 1 — Context

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But if we are afflicted, it is for your comfort and salvation; if we are comforted, it is for your comfort that you experience in your patient endurance of the same sufferings that we also suffer.

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And our hope for you is steadfast because we know that as you share in our sufferings, so also you will share in our comfort.

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For we do not want you to be unaware, brothers and sisters, regarding the affliction that happened to us in the province of Asia, that we were burdened excessively, beyond our strength, so that we despaired even of living.

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Indeed we felt as if the sentence of death had been passed against us, so that we would not trust in ourselves but in God who raises the dead.

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He delivered us from so great a risk of death, and he will deliver us. We have set our hope on him that he will deliver us yet again,

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as you also join in helping us by prayer, so that many people may give thanks to God on our behalf for the gracious gift given to us through the help of many.

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Paul Defends His Changed Plans For our reason for confidence is this: the testimony of our conscience, that with pure motives and sincerity which are from God– not by human wisdom but by the grace of God– we conducted ourselves in the world, and all the more toward you.

2 Corinthians 1:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Corinthians 1:9 say?
2 Corinthians 1:9 in the NET Bible reads: “Indeed we felt as if the sentence of death had been passed against us, so that we would not trust in ourselves but in God who raises the dead.”
Where is 2 Corinthians 1:9 in the Bible?
2 Corinthians 1:9 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 2 Corinthians, chapter 1, verse 9.
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 1:9.
What translation should I read 2 Corinthians 1:9 in?
2 Corinthians 1:9 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 1:9?
2 Corinthians 1:9 reads (NET): “Indeed we felt as if the sentence of death had been passed against us, so that we would not trust in ourselves but in God who raises the dead.” 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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