2 Corinthians 13:5-14

2 Corinthians 13:5-14 2 Corinthians 13:11-13

2 Corinthians 13:5-14
2 Corinthians 13:11-13
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Reading the Text:
- NRSV (with link to Anglicized NRSV) at Oremus Bible Browser.
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- The Blue Letter Bible. KJV, alternate versions, Greek text with concordance, commentaries.
- The World Wide Study Bible includes commentary, exposition and sermons.
Historical References, Commentary and Comparative Texts:
- From the Geneva Notes.
  - "He confirms that which he spoke about the power of God appearing in his ministry, and he gathers by the mutual relation between the people's faith and the minister's preaching."
- From Matthew Henry's Commentary.
  - "The most desirable thing we can ask of God, for ourselves and our friends, is to be kept from sin, that we and they may not do evil."
- From Wesley's Notes.
  - "Some translate the words, Jesus Christ is among you; that is, in the church of Corinth; and understand them of the miraculous gifts and the power of Christ which attended the censures of the apostle."
- A Thought for the New Year, from The Poor Man's Portions, Robert Hawker, c. 1800.
  - "See to it then, my soul, that every day, and all the day, you have the love-tokens of each person of the Godhead; for this will make you blessed upon earth, and blessed to all eternity."
- From the Commentary on the Whole Bible (Jamieson, Fausset and Brown, 1871).
  - "Where you are free from fault, there is no scope for its exercise: and this I desire. Far be it from me to use it against the innocent, merely in order to increase my own power."
- From The People's New Testament, B.W. Johnson, 1891.
  - "Let there be self-examination. See whether you are in Christ."
Contemporary Commentary, Studies and Exegesis:
- Commentary, 2 Corinthians 13: 11-13 (Trinity A), Matt Skinner, Preaching This Week, WorkingPreacher.org, 2017.
  - "This final appeal for the presence of Christ's grace, God's love, and the Spirit's fellowship bears witness to the divine power that has created and sustained both the Corinthian church and the church today. God is the very source of our life in Christ Jesus, and in Christ we are a new creation."
- The Center for Excellence in Preaching, resources from Calvin Theological Seminary: Comments & Observations, Textual Points, Illustration Ideas, 2017.
- Pulpit Fiction, plus podcast. Reflections of lectionary text, pop culture, current events, etc. Robb Mc Coy and Eric Fistler, 2017.
- Commentary, 2 Corinthians 13: 11-13 (Trinity A), Carla Works, Preaching This Week, WorkingPreacher.org, 2014.
  - "This final appeal for the presence of Christ's grace, God's love, and the Spirit's fellowship bears witness to the divine power that has created and sustained both the Corinthian church and the church today. God is the very source of our life in Christ Jesus, and in Christ we are a new creation."
- "What Happens in Rome Stays in Rome: The Great Trinity Controversy," Richard Mario Procida, 2014.
  - "Today it is better to follow Jesus than to argue over doctrines about him. In fact, it always pays to look at things from multiple perspectives. We gain new insight this way."
- "The God of Love and Peace," Alan Brehm, The Waking Dreamer, 2014.
  - "It is when we open ourselves to those who are around us, allow ourselves to experience their pain and suffering, and share compassion and kindness with them that we experience "the God of love and peace."
- Commentary, 2 Corinthians 13: 11-13 (Trinity A), Fred Gaiser, Preaching This Week, WorkingPreacher.org, 2011.
  - "Genitives aside, verse 13 provides ample opportunity to rehearse the history of salvation:Â Christ who brought grace, God who loves, and the Spirit that creates the church and in whom believers live and serve."
- Commentary, 2 Corinthians 13:11-13, Matt Skinner, Preaching This Week, WorkingPreacher.org, 2008.
  - "Relating this biblical text to the liturgical context is no easy thing. Because the setting is Trinity Sunday, many preachers will feel pressure to call on these verses to prove or explain the doctrine of the Trinity. The results, almost certainly, will not be pretty."
- "First Thoughts on Year A Epistle Passages in the Lectionary," Trinity, William Loader, Murdoch University, Uniting Church in Australia.
  - "Paul has expanded a traditional farewell to make it match a situation where community and compassion was largely missing."
- Comments (commentary) and Clippings (technical notes for in-depth study), Chris Haslam, Anglican Diocese of Montreal.
- "Just the Last Word," "The Grace of God," Rev. Bryan Findlayson, Lectionary Bible Studies and Sermons, Pumpkin Cottage Ministry Resources. Includes detailed textual notes.
- "Witchcraft Accusations in 2 Corinthians 10 - 13: Paul in Social Science Perspective," Jerome H. Neyrey, S.J.
  - "Although the word "witchcraft" may initially sound disturbing, the model reveals typical mythological codes of perception, and allows us to glimpse the inner social dynamics of a group which employs such language and symbols."
- "The Fool's Speech and Its Context: Paul's Particular Way of Arguing in 2 Cor 10-13," Jan Lambrecht, Biblica, 2001.
  - "Paul?s particular way of arguing in 2 Cor 10?13 is visible in the Fool?s Speech (11,22?12,10) as well as in its context."
- "Pauline Voice and Presence as a Strategic Communication," Richard F. Ward, Semeia 65: Orality and Textuality in Early Christian Literature, 1994.
Recommended articles from ATLAS, an online collection of religion and theology journals, are linked below. ATLAS Access options are available for academic institutions, alumni of selected theological schools, and clergy/church offices.
- Bash, Anthony, "A Psychodynamic Approach to the Interpretation of 2 Corinthians 10-13," Journal for the Study of the New Testament, 2001.
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  EBSCO ATLA Religion Database with ATLASerials
- Garland, David, "Paul's Apostolic Authority: The Power of Christ Sustaining Weakness (2 Corinthians 10-13)," Review and Expositor, 1989.
  EBSCO ATLASerials, Religion Collection
  EBSCO ATLA Religion Database with ATLASerials
- Peterson, Brian K., "Conquest, Control, and the Cross: Paul's Self-Portrayal in 2 Corinthians 10-13," Interpretation, 1998.
  EBSCO ATLASerials, Religion Collection
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- Ward, Richard F., "Pauline Voice and Presence as Strategic Communication," Semeia, 1994.
  EBSCO ATLASerials, Religion Collection
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- Welborn, L.L., "The Identification of 2 Corinthians 10-13 with the 'Letter of Tears,'" Novum Testamentum, 1995.
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  EBSCO ATLA Religion Database with ATLASerials
Sermons:
With Children:
- Worshiping with Children, Trinity Sunday, Including children in the congregation's worship, using the Revised Common Lectionary, Carolyn C. Brown, 2014. 2011.
- "Storypath Lectionary Links: Connecting Children's Literature with our Faith Story," June 15, 2014, Union Presbyterian Seminary. Connections: Genesis 1:1-2:4a and There Was an Old man Who Painted the Sky by Teri Sloat, 2 Corinthians 13:11-13 and The Storytellers Beads by Jane Kurtz, Matthew 28:16-20 and A Mother's Promise, by Lisa Humphrey. 2011.
Drama:
Graphics & Bulletin Materials:
Hymns and Music:
- “Go Walk with God,” original hymn by Carolyn Winfrey Gillette, 2004, based Trinitarian blessing in 2 Corinthians 13. Tune: O WALY WALY 8.8.8.8 (“Though I May Speak”) and TALLIS' CANON 8.8.8.8 (“All Praise to Thee, My God, This Night”)
- Contemporary/Praise Song suggestions, Together to Celebrate, David MacGregor.
- Hymnary.org, hymns, scores, media, information.
- Hymns with Scripture Allusions: 2 Corinthians 13:11, 14. The Cyber Hymnal.
- "Your Fingerprint," Brenton Prigge, NewHymn, a new, relevant hymn set to traditional tunes.
- At Digital Hymnal (midi files, guitar chords, karaoke files, projection text):
  - God Be With You
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Study Links and Resources for the Book of 2 Corinthians