2 Corinthians 13:9 bbe — For we are glad when we are feeble and you are strong: and this is our prayer, even that you may be made complete.

Bible in Basic English

"For we are glad when we are feeble and you are strong: and this is our prayer, even that you may be made complete."

— 2 Corinthians 13:9, Bible in Basic English

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2 Corinthians 13 — Context

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But it is my hope that you will have no doubt that we are truly Christ's.

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Now our prayer to God is that you may do no evil; not in order that it may be put to our credit, but so that you may do what is right, whatever we may seem.

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Because we are able to do nothing against what is true, but only for it.

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For we are glad when we are feeble and you are strong: and this is our prayer, even that you may be made complete.

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For this cause I am writing these things while I am away, so that there may be need for me, when I am present, to make use of sharp measures, by the authority which the Lord has given me for building up and not for destruction.

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Let this be my last word, brothers; be glad; be complete; be comforted; be of the same mind; be at peace with one another: and the God of love and peace will be with you.

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Give one another a holy kiss.

2 Corinthians 13:9 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Corinthians 13:9 say?
2 Corinthians 13:9 in the Bible in Basic English reads: “For we are glad when we are feeble and you are strong: and this is our prayer, even that you may be made complete.”
Where is 2 Corinthians 13:9 in the Bible?
2 Corinthians 13:9 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 2 Corinthians, chapter 13, 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 13:9.
What translation should I read 2 Corinthians 13:9 in?
2 Corinthians 13:9 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 13:9?
2 Corinthians 13:9 reads (BBE): “For we are glad when we are feeble and you are strong: and this is our prayer, even that you may be made complete.” 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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