These promises (ταυτας τας επαγγελιας). So many and so precious (2 Peter 2:4 επαγγελματα; Hebrews 11:39f.).…

Introduction to Second Corinthians Chapter 7

The first verse of this chapter properly belongs to the previous chapter and should have been a…

Having therefore these promises . . . let us cleanse ourselves from all filthiness.—The thought is identical with that of…

In his chain of OT quotations Paul has stressed both the privilege of being a temple of God (v.16) and the benefits of compliance with the divine w…

These promises, therefore. God, it is true, anticipates us in his promises by his pure favor; but when he has, of his own accord, conferre…

Having therefore these promises
That God will walk in his temple, and dwell in his churches, be their God, and they …

The promises of God are strong reasons for us to follow after holiness; we must cleanse ourselves from all filthiness of flesh and spirit. If we ho…

Having informed the Corinthians how to behave in the future, the Apostle now commends them for the good they have accomplished in the past. To conn…