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But we have renounced the hidden things of shame, not walking in craftiness, nor handling the word of God deceitfully; but by the manifestation of the truth commending ourselves to every man`s conscience in the sight of God.
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No Tricks, No Trimming
Commentators stress that Paul rejected all 'craftiness' and 'deceitful handling' of God's Word. This means refusing to manipulate the message, add human philosophy, or trim difficult truths to make the gospel more palatable. As several scholars note, the Greek implies a refusal to 'adulterate' or 'water down' the truth, presenting it with complete honesty and transparency.
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2 Corinthians
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18th Century
Presbyterian
But have renounced (Greek: apeipametha, from apo and eipon). The word properly means to speak out or off; to re…
But we have renounced (αλλα απειπαμεθα). Indirect middle second aorist (timeless aorist) indicative of απειπον (defective verb) wi…
19th Century
Anglican
But have renounced the hidden things of dishonesty.—Better, the hidden things of shame. We fail at first to see …
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Baptist
Therefore seeing we have this ministry, as we have received mercy, we faint not; but have renounced the hidden things of dishonesty, not walkin…
To the thought of refusing to grow disheartened Paul will return presently (v.16). Now he expands his brief self-defense of 2:17. Evidently he had …
16th Century
Protestant
But renounce the hidden things. While Paul commends his own sincerity, he, on the other hand, indirectly rebukes the false Apostles. These…
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
But have renounced the hidden things of dishonesty Or "shame"; this is a further account of the conduct of the first…
The best of people would faint if they did not receive mercy from God. And that mercy which has helped us out, and helped us on, until now, we may …
13th Century
Catholic
Having shown the dignity of the New Testament ministry, the Apostle now discusses its exercise. In this regard, he does two things. First, he shows…
