The Holy Bible - Second Corinthians

The Holy Bible is a collection of books. So I have split them up. I will read it in 1 year, every day ~15 minutes of reading.

Why read it?

The Second Letter to the Corinthians is Paul’s most personal letter, written around 56 AD. He defends his ministry, explains his hardships, and begs the church to forgive a sinner and stay loyal to the true gospel. Full of emotion, it shows comfort in suffering, the joy of giving, and the power of weakness.

You will see Paul’s heart-broken yet hopeful, boasting only in Christ. This book helps anyone who feels weak, hurt by church, or needs strength to keep going.

Favourite quote

In 2 Corinthians 12:9, Jesus tells Paul:

My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness.

Paul adds: Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.

These words turn weakness into a place where God’s power shines brightest. They comfort me when I feel unable.

What I Loved

The picture in chapter 4 moves me: “But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us” (2 Corinthians 4:7). Paul says we are plain clay jars holding the priceless gospel. This keeps pride away and shows God loves to use ordinary, cracked people.

Key Takeaway

2 Corinthians teaches that God comforts us in trouble so we can comfort others. Ministry flows from weakness, not strength, and generous giving brings joy. The book calls us to forgive, trust Paul’s gospel, and fix our eyes on unseen glory. It reminds us that Christ’s power rests on the humble, and one day turning our frail bodies into glorious ones.