2 Corinthians 4:12 web — So then death works in us, but life in you.

World English Bible

"So then death works in us, but life in you."

— 2 Corinthians 4:12, World English Bible

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2 Corinthians 4 — Context

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pursued, yet not forsaken; struck down, yet not destroyed;

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always carrying in the body the putting to death of the Lord Jesus, that the life of Jesus may also be revealed in our body.

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For we who live are always delivered to death for Jesus' sake, that the life also of Jesus may be revealed in our mortal flesh.

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So then death works in us, but life in you.

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But having the same spirit of faith, according to that which is written, "I believed, and therefore I spoke." We also believe, and therefore also we speak;

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knowing that he who raised the Lord Jesus will raise us also with Jesus, and will present us with you.

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For all things are for your sakes, that the grace, being multiplied through the many, may cause the thanksgiving to abound to the glory of God.

2 Corinthians 4:12 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Corinthians 4:12 say?
2 Corinthians 4:12 in the World English Bible reads: “So then death works in us, but life in you.”
Where is 2 Corinthians 4:12 in the Bible?
2 Corinthians 4:12 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 2 Corinthians, chapter 4, verse 12.
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 4:12.
What translation should I read 2 Corinthians 4:12 in?
2 Corinthians 4:12 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 4:12?
2 Corinthians 4:12 reads (WEB): “So then death works in us, but life in you.” 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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