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God's Seal of Ownership
Commentators explain that being "sealed" by God is a metaphor for ownership and authenticity. Just as a seal on a document proved it was genuine, the Holy Spirit's presence in a believer's heart is God's mark of ownership. This seal confirms that the believer truly belongs to God and that their salvation is secure.
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2 Corinthians
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Albert Barnes
On 2 Corinthians 1:22
18th Century
Theologian
Who has also sealed us. The word used here (from sfragizw) means to seal up; to close and make fast with a seal or signet—for exa…
AT Robertson
On 2 Corinthians 1:22
Sealed us (σφραγισαμενος ημας). From σφραγιζω old verb, common in LXX and papyri for setting a seal to prevent opening ([Reference…
Charles Ellicott
On 2 Corinthians 1:22
19th Century
Bishop
Who hath also sealed us.—Better, who also sealed us. The thought thus expressed is that the gift of the Spirit, …
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On 2 Corinthians 1:22
Paul’s final defense of himself against the charge of indecision (v.17a) points to the constant activity of God in producing stability in Paul and …
John Gill
On 2 Corinthians 1:22
17th Century
Pastor
Who has also sealed us
The use of seals is various, as to denote property in things, to distinguish one thing from a…
Matthew Henry
On 2 Corinthians 1:15–24
17th Century
Minister
The apostle clears himself from the charge of frivolity and inconsistency in not coming to Corinth. Good men should be careful to maintain a reputa…