2 Corinthians 4:16

For our light affliction,.... The difference between the present and future state of the saints is here expressed, the disparity between them shown, and the influence the one has upon the other. The…

For which cause - With such an object in view, and sustained by such elevated purposes and desires. The sense is, that the purpose of trying to save as many as possible would make toil easy,…

For which cause we faint not - Ουκ εκκα κουμεν. See on Co2 4:1 (note). Here we have the same various reading; εγκακουμεν, we do no wickedness; and it is supported by BDEFG, and some others: but it is…

In these verses the apostle gives an account of their courage and patience under all their sufferings, where observe,

I. How their sufferings, and patience under them, are declared, Co2 4:8-12. The…

2Co 4:16 to 2Co 5:10 The Preachers of the Gospel are sustained by the hope of a Future Life

16. For which cause we faint not The Apostle now returns to the topic he has already introduced (2Co 4:4).…