2 Corinthians 10 — HeartWord

¹ Now I Paul myself entreat you by the meekness and gentleness of Christ, I who in your presence am lowly among you, but being absent am of good courage toward you:

Cross references & Strong's

Cross references (TSK): Psalms 45:4 · Isaiah 42:3 · Zechariah 9:9 · Matthew 11:29 · Matthew 12:19 · Matthew 21:5 · Acts 8:32 · Romans 10:20 · Romans 12:1 · Romans 15:15 · 1 Corinthians 2:3 · 1 Corinthians 4:10 · 1 Corinthians 16:21 · 2 Corinthians 3:12 · 2 Corinthians 5:20 · 2 Corinthians 6:1 · 2 Corinthians 7:4 · 2 Corinthians 10:2 · 2 Corinthians 10:7 · 2 Corinthians 10:10 · 2 Corinthians 11:21 · 2 Corinthians 11:30 · 2 Corinthians 12:5 · 2 Corinthians 12:7 · 2 Corinthians 13:2 · Galatians 4:13 · Galatians 5:2 · Ephesians 4:1 · 2 Thessalonians 3:17 · Philemon 1:9 · 1 Peter 2:11 · 1 Peter 2:22 · Revelation 1:9

Strong's numbers (from RLT):

Now G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
I G1473 (ἐγώ)
Paul G3972 (Παῦλος) — (little; but remotely from a derivative of , meaning the same); Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an apostle
myself G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
beseech G3870 (παρακαλέω) — to call near, i.e. invite, invoke (by imploration, hortation or consolation)
you G4771 (σύ) — thou
by G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
the meekness G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
the meekness G4240 (πραΰτης) — mildness, i.e. (by implication) humility
and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
gentleness G1932 (ἐπιείκεια) — suitableness, i.e. (by implication) equity, mildness
of Christ G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
of Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
who G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
in G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
presence G4383 (πρόσωπον) — the front (as being towards view), i.e. the countenance, aspect, appearance, surface; by implication, presence, person
G3303 (μέν) — properly, indicative of affirmation or concession (in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with (this one, the former, etc.)
base G5011 (ταπεινός) — depressed, i.e. (figuratively) humiliated (in circumstances or disposition)
among G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
being absent G548 (ἄπειμι) — to be away
am bold G2292 (θαῤῥέω) — to exercise courage
toward G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases

² yea, I beseech you, that I may not when present show courage with the confidence wherewith I count to be bold against some, who count of us as if we walked according to the flesh.

Cross references & Strong's

Cross references (TSK): Romans 8:1 · Romans 8:5 · 1 Corinthians 4:18 · 2 Corinthians 11:9 · 2 Corinthians 12:13 · 2 Corinthians 13:2 · 2 Corinthians 13:10 · Galatians 5:16 · Ephesians 2:2

Strong's numbers (from RLT):

G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
I beseech G1189 (δέομαι) — to beg (as binding oneself), i.e. petition
that I may G2292 (θαῤῥέω) — to exercise courage
not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
be bold G2292 (θαῤῥέω) — to exercise courage
when I am present G3918 (πάρειμι) — to be near, i.e. at hand; neuter present participle (singular) time being, or (plural) property
with that confidence G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
with that confidence G4006 (πεποίθησις) — reliance
wherewith I think G3049 (λογίζομαι) — to take an inventory, i.e. estimate (literally or figuratively)
to be bold G5111 (τολμάω) — to venture (objectively or in act; while is rather subjective or in feeling); by implication, to be courageous
against G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
some G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
which G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
think G3049 (λογίζομαι) — to take an inventory, i.e. estimate (literally or figuratively)
of us G1473 (ἐγώ)
as if G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
we walked G4043 (περιπατέω) — to tread all around, i.e. walk at large (especially as proof of ability); figuratively, to live, deport oneself, follow (as a companion or votary)
according to G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
the flesh G4561 (σάρξ) — flesh (as stripped of the skin), i.e. (strictly) the meat of an animal (as food), or (by extension) the body (as opposed to the soul (or spirit), or as the sy…

³ For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war according to the flesh

Cross references & Strong's

Cross references (TSK): Romans 8:13 · 2 Corinthians 10:4 · Galatians 2:20 · 1 Timothy 1:18 · 2 Timothy 2:3 · 2 Timothy 4:7 · Hebrews 12:1 · 1 Peter 4:1

Strong's numbers (from RLT):

For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
though we walk G4043 (περιπατέω) — to tread all around, i.e. walk at large (especially as proof of ability); figuratively, to live, deport oneself, follow (as a companion or votary)
in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
the flesh G4561 (σάρξ) — flesh (as stripped of the skin), i.e. (strictly) the meat of an animal (as food), or (by extension) the body (as opposed to the soul (or spirit), or as the sy…
we do G4754 (στρατεύομαι) — to serve in a military campaign; figuratively, to execute the apostolate (with its arduous duties and functions), to contend with carnal inclinations
not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
war G4754 (στρατεύομαι) — to serve in a military campaign; figuratively, to execute the apostolate (with its arduous duties and functions), to contend with carnal inclinations
after G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)

⁴ (for the weapons of our warfare are not of the flesh, but mighty before God to the casting down of strongholds);

Cross references & Strong's

Cross references (TSK): Joshua 6:20 · Judges 7:13 · Judges 15:14 · 1 Samuel 17:45 · Psalms 110:2 · Isaiah 30:25 · Isaiah 41:14 · Jeremiah 1:10 · Zechariah 4:6 · Acts 7:22 · Romans 6:13 · Romans 13:12 · 1 Corinthians 1:18 · 1 Corinthians 2:5 · 1 Corinthians 9:7 · 2 Corinthians 3:5 · 2 Corinthians 4:7 · 2 Corinthians 6:7 · 2 Corinthians 13:3 · 2 Corinthians 13:10 · Ephesians 6:13 · 1 Thessalonians 5:8 · 1 Timothy 1:18 · 2 Timothy 2:3 · Hebrews 11:30 · Hebrews 11:32

Strong's numbers (from RLT):

G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
the weapons G3696 (ὅπλον) — an implement or utensil or tool (literally or figuratively, especially, offensive for war)
of our G1473 (ἐγώ)
warfare G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
warfare G4752 (στρατεία) — military service, i.e. (figuratively) the apostolic career (as one of hardship and danger)
not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
carnal G4559 (σαρκικός) — pertaining to flesh, i.e. (by extension) bodily, temporal, or (by implication) animal, unregenerate
but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
mighty G1415 (δυνατός) — powerful or capable (literally or figuratively); neuter possible
through God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
through God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
to G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
the pulling down G2506 (καθαίρεσις) — demolition; figuratively, extinction
of strong holds G3794 (ὀχύρωμα) — a castle (figuratively, argument)

⁵ casting down imaginations, and every high thing that is exalted against the knowledge of God, and bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ;

Cross references & Strong's

Cross references (TSK): Genesis 8:21 · Exodus 5:2 · Exodus 9:16 · Deuteronomy 15:9 · 2 Kings 19:22 · 2 Kings 19:28 · Job 40:11 · Job 42:6 · Psalms 10:4 · Psalms 18:27 · Psalms 18:44 · Psalms 110:2 · Psalms 139:2 · Proverbs 15:26 · Proverbs 24:9 · Isaiah 2:11 · Isaiah 2:17 · Isaiah 55:7 · Isaiah 59:7 · Isaiah 60:14 · Jeremiah 4:14 · Daniel 4:37 · Daniel 5:23 · Matthew 11:29 · Matthew 15:19 · Luke 1:51 · Acts 4:25 · Acts 9:4 · Romans 1:5 · Romans 1:21 · Romans 7:23 · Romans 16:26 · 1 Corinthians 1:19 · 1 Corinthians 1:27 · 1 Corinthians 3:19 · 2 Corinthians 9:13 · Philippians 3:4 · 2 Thessalonians 2:4 · 2 Thessalonians 2:8 · Hebrews 4:12 · Hebrews 5:9 · 1 Peter 1:2 · 1 Peter 1:14 · 1 Peter 1:22

Strong's numbers (from RLT):

Casting down G2507 (καθαιρέω) — to lower (or with violence) demolish (literally or figuratively)
imaginations G3053 (λογισμός) — computation, i.e. (figuratively) reasoning (conscience, conceit)
and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
every G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
high thing G5313 (ὕψωμα) — an elevated place or thing, i.e. (abstractly) altitude, or (by implication) a barrier (figuratively)
that exalteth itself G1869 (ἐπαίρω) — to raise up (literally or figuratively)
against G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
the knowledge G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
the knowledge G1108 (γνῶσις) — knowing (the act), i.e. (by implication) knowledge
of God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
bringing into captivity G163 (αἰχμαλωτίζω) — to make captive
thought G3540 (νόημα) — a perception, i.e. purpose, or (by implication) the intellect, disposition, itself
to G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
the obedience G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
the obedience G5218 (ὑπακοή) — attentive hearkening, i.e. (by implication) compliance or submission
of Christ G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
of Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus

⁶ and being in readiness to avenge all disobedience, when your obedience shall be made full.

Cross references & Strong's

Cross references (TSK): Numbers 16:26 · Acts 5:3 · Acts 13:10 · 1 Corinthians 4:21 · 1 Corinthians 5:3 · 2 Corinthians 2:9 · 2 Corinthians 7:15 · 2 Corinthians 13:2 · 2 Corinthians 13:10 · 1 Timothy 1:20

Strong's numbers (from RLT):

And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
having G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
a readiness G2092 (ἕτοιμος) — adjusted, i.e. ready
to revenge G1556 (ἐκδικέω) — to vindicate, retaliate, punish
all G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
disobedience G3876 (παρακοή) — inattention, i.e. (by implication) disobedience
when G3752 (ὅταν) — whenever (implying hypothesis or more or less uncertainty); also causatively (conjunctionally) inasmuch as
your G4771 (σύ) — thou
obedience G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
obedience G5218 (ὑπακοή) — attentive hearkening, i.e. (by implication) compliance or submission
is fulfilled G4137 (πληρόω) — to make replete, i.e. (literally) to cram (a net), level up (a hollow), or (figuratively) to furnish (or imbue, diffuse, influence), satisfy, execute (an offi…

⁷ Ye look at the things that are before your face. If any man trusteth in himself that he is Christ’s, let him consider this again with himself, that, even as he is Christ’s, so also are we.

Cross references & Strong's

Cross references (TSK): 1 Samuel 16:7 · Matthew 23:5 · Luke 16:15 · Romans 2:28 · 1 Corinthians 1:12 · 1 Corinthians 3:23 · 1 Corinthians 9:1 · 1 Corinthians 14:37 · 1 Corinthians 15:23 · 2 Corinthians 5:12 · 2 Corinthians 10:1 · 2 Corinthians 11:4 · 2 Corinthians 11:18 · 2 Corinthians 11:23 · 2 Corinthians 12:11 · 2 Corinthians 13:3 · Galatians 1:11 · Galatians 2:5 · Galatians 3:29

Strong's numbers (from RLT):

Do ye look G991 (βλέπω) — to look at (literally or figuratively)
on things G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
after G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
the outward appearance G4383 (πρόσωπον) — the front (as being towards view), i.e. the countenance, aspect, appearance, surface; by implication, presence, person
If G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that, etc.
any man G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
trust G3982 (πείθω) — to convince (by argument, true or false); by analogy, to pacify or conciliate (by other fair means); reflexively or passively, to assent (to evidence or autho…
to himself G1438 (ἑαυτοῦ) — him- (her-, it-, them-, also (in conjunction with the personal pronoun of the other persons) my-, thy-, our-, your-) self (selves), etc.
that he is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
Christ’s G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
let him G3049 (λογίζομαι) — to take an inventory, i.e. estimate (literally or figuratively)
of G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
himself G1438 (ἑαυτοῦ) — him- (her-, it-, them-, also (in conjunction with the personal pronoun of the other persons) my-, thy-, our-, your-) self (selves), etc.
think G3049 (λογίζομαι) — to take an inventory, i.e. estimate (literally or figuratively)
this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
again G3825 (πάλιν) — (adverbially) anew, i.e. (of place) back, (of time) once more, or (conjunctionally) furthermore or on the other hand
that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
as G2531 (καθώς) — just (or inasmuch) as, that
he G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
even G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
so G3779 (οὕτω) — in this way (referring to what precedes or follows)
we G1473 (ἐγώ)

⁸ For though I should glory somewhat abundantly concerning our authority (which the Lord gave for building you up, and not for casting you down), I shall not be put to shame:

Cross references & Strong's

Cross references (TSK): 2 Corinthians 1:24 · 2 Corinthians 7:14 · 2 Corinthians 12:6 · 2 Corinthians 13:2 · 2 Corinthians 13:8 · 2 Corinthians 13:10 · Galatians 1:1 · 2 Timothy 1:12

Strong's numbers (from RLT):

For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
though G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided, etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote indefiniteness or uncertainty
G5037 (τέ) — both or also (properly, as correlation of )
I should boast G2744 (καυχάομαι) — to vaunt (in a good or a bad sense)
G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
somewhat G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
more G4053 (περισσός) — superabundant (in quantity) or superior (in quality); by implication, excessive; adverbially (with ) violently; neuter (as noun) preeminence
of G4012 (περί) — properly, through (all over), i.e. around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive case denotin…
our G1473 (ἐγώ)
authority G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
authority G1849 (ἐξουσία) — privilege, i.e. (subjectively) force, capacity, competency, freedom, or (objectively) mastery (concretely, magistrate, superhuman, potentate, token of control…
which G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
the Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
hath given G1325 (δίδωμι) — to give (used in a very wide application, properly, or by implication, literally or figuratively; greatly modified by the connection)
us G1473 (ἐγώ)
for G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
edification G3619 (οἰκοδομή) — architecture, i.e. (concretely) a structure; figuratively, confirmation
and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
your G4771 (σύ) — thou
destruction G2506 (καθαίρεσις) — demolition; figuratively, extinction
I should G153 (αἰσχύνομαι) — to feel shame (for oneself)
be ashamed G153 (αἰσχύνομαι) — to feel shame (for oneself)

⁹ that I may not seem as if I would terrify you by my letters.

Cross references & Strong's

Cross references (TSK): 1 Corinthians 4:5 · 1 Corinthians 4:19 · 2 Corinthians 10:10

Strong's numbers (from RLT):

That G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
I may G1380 (δοκέω) — compare the base of ) of the same meaning; to think; by implication, to seem (truthfully or uncertainly)
not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
seem G1380 (δοκέω) — compare the base of ) of the same meaning; to think; by implication, to seem (truthfully or uncertainly)
as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
if G302 (ἄν)
I would terrify G1629 (ἐκφοβέω) — to frighten utterly
you G4771 (σύ) — thou
by G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
letters G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
letters G1992 (ἐπιστολή) — a written message

¹⁰ For, His letters, they say, are weighty and strong; but his bodily presence is weak, and his speech of no account.

Cross references & Strong's

Cross references (TSK): Exodus 4:10 · Jeremiah 1:6 · 1 Corinthians 1:17 · 1 Corinthians 1:21 · 1 Corinthians 2:1 · 2 Corinthians 10:1 · 2 Corinthians 10:9 · 2 Corinthians 11:6 · 2 Corinthians 12:5 · Galatians 4:13

Strong's numbers (from RLT):

G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
For G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
letters G1992 (ἐπιστολή) — a written message
G3303 (μέν) — properly, indicative of affirmation or concession (in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with (this one, the former, etc.)
say they G5346 (φημί) — to show or make known one's thoughts, i.e. speak or say
weighty G926 (βαρύς) — weighty, i.e. (fig) burdensome, grave
and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
powerful G2478 (ἰσχυρός) — forcible (literally or figuratively)
but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
bodily G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
bodily G4983 (σῶμα) — the body (as a sound whole), used in a very wide application, literally or figuratively
presence G3952 (παρουσία) — a being near, i.e. advent (often, return; specially, of Christ to punish Jerusalem, or finally the wicked); (by implication) physically, aspect
weak G772 (ἀσθενής) — strengthless (in various applications, literal, figurative and moral)
speech G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
speech G3056 (λόγος) — something said (including the thought); by implication, a topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or motive; by extension, a computa…
contemptible G1848 (ἐξουθενέω)

¹¹ Let such a one reckon this, that, what we are in word by letters when we are absent, such are we also in deed when we are present.

Cross references & Strong's

Cross references (TSK): 1 Corinthians 4:19 · 2 Corinthians 12:20 · 2 Corinthians 13:2 · 2 Corinthians 13:10

Strong's numbers (from RLT):

G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
Let G3049 (λογίζομαι) — to take an inventory, i.e. estimate (literally or figuratively)
such an one G5108 (τοιοῦτος) — truly this, i.e. of this sort (to denote character or individuality)
think G3049 (λογίζομαι) — to take an inventory, i.e. estimate (literally or figuratively)
this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
such as G3634 (οἷος) — such or what sort of (as a correlation or exclamation); especially the neuter (adverbially) with negative, not so
we are G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
in word G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
in word G3056 (λόγος) — something said (including the thought); by implication, a topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or motive; by extension, a computa…
by G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
letters G1992 (ἐπιστολή) — a written message
when we are absent G548 (ἄπειμι) — to be away
such G5108 (τοιοῦτος) — truly this, i.e. of this sort (to denote character or individuality)
also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
in deed G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
in deed G2041 (ἔργον) — toil (as an effort or occupation); by implication, an act
when we are present G3918 (πάρειμι) — to be near, i.e. at hand; neuter present participle (singular) time being, or (plural) property

¹² For we are not bold to number or compare ourselves with certain of them that commend themselves: but they themselves, measuring themselves by themselves, and comparing themselves with themselves, are without understanding.

Cross references & Strong's

Cross references (TSK): Job 12:2 · Proverbs 25:27 · Proverbs 26:12 · Proverbs 27:2 · Luke 18:11 · Romans 15:18 · 2 Corinthians 3:1 · 2 Corinthians 5:12 · 2 Corinthians 10:18

Strong's numbers (from RLT):

G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
we dare G5111 (τολμάω) — to venture (objectively or in act; while is rather subjective or in feeling); by implication, to be courageous
not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
make ourselves of the number G1469 (ἐγκρίνω) — to judge in, i.e. count among
or G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
compare G4793 (συγκρίνω) — to judge of one thing in connection with another, i.e. combine (spiritual ideas with appropriate expressions) or collate (one person with another by way of co…
ourselves G1438 (ἑαυτοῦ) — him- (her-, it-, them-, also (in conjunction with the personal pronoun of the other persons) my-, thy-, our-, your-) self (selves), etc.
with some G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
that commend G4921 (συνιστάω) — to set together, i.e. (by implication) to introduce (favorably), or (figuratively) to exhibit; intransitively, to stand near, or (figuratively) to constitute
themselves G1438 (ἑαυτοῦ) — him- (her-, it-, them-, also (in conjunction with the personal pronoun of the other persons) my-, thy-, our-, your-) self (selves), etc.
but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
they G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
measuring G3354 (μετρέω) — to measure (i.e. ascertain in size by a fixed standard); by implication, to admeasure (i.e. allot by rule)
by G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
comparing G4793 (συγκρίνω) — to judge of one thing in connection with another, i.e. combine (spiritual ideas with appropriate expressions) or collate (one person with another by way of co…
among themselves G1438 (ἑαυτοῦ) — him- (her-, it-, them-, also (in conjunction with the personal pronoun of the other persons) my-, thy-, our-, your-) self (selves), etc.
are G4920 (συνίημι) — to put together, i.e. (mentally) to comprehend; by implication, to act piously
wise G4920 (συνίημι) — to put together, i.e. (mentally) to comprehend; by implication, to act piously

¹³ But we will not glory beyond our measure, but according to the measure of the province which God apportioned to us as a measure, to reach even unto you.

Cross references & Strong's

Cross references (TSK): Psalms 19:4 · Proverbs 25:14 · Isaiah 28:17 · Matthew 25:15 · Romans 10:18 · Romans 12:3 · Romans 12:6 · Romans 15:20 · 1 Corinthians 12:11 · 2 Corinthians 10:14 · Ephesians 4:7 · 1 Peter 4:10

Strong's numbers (from RLT):

But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
we G1473 (ἐγώ)
will G2744 (καυχάομαι) — to vaunt (in a good or a bad sense)
not G3780 (οὐχί) — not indeed
boast G2744 (καυχάομαι) — to vaunt (in a good or a bad sense)
of G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
things G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
without G280 (ἄμετρος) — immoderate
measure G280 (ἄμετρος) — immoderate
but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
according to G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
the measure G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
the measure G3358 (μέτρον) — a measure ("metre"), literally or figuratively; by implication, a limited portion (degree)
of the rule G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
of the rule G2583 (κανών) — a rule ("canon"), i.e. (figuratively) a standard (of faith and practice); by implication, a boundary, i.e. (figuratively) a sphere (of activity)
which G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
hath distributed G3307 (μερίζω) — to part, i.e. (literally) to apportion, bestow, share, or (figuratively) to disunite, differ
to us G1473 (ἐγώ)
a measure G3358 (μέτρον) — a measure ("metre"), literally or figuratively; by implication, a limited portion (degree)
to reach G2185 (ἐφικνέομαι) — to arrive upon, i.e. extend to
even G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
unto G891 (ἄχρι) — (of time) until or (of place) up to
you G4771 (σύ) — thou

¹⁴ For we stretch not ourselves overmuch, as though we reached not unto you: for we came even as far as unto you in the gospel of Christ:

Cross references & Strong's

Cross references (TSK): Acts 20:24 · Romans 1:16 · Romans 2:16 · Romans 15:18 · Romans 16:25 · 1 Corinthians 2:10 · 1 Corinthians 3:5 · 1 Corinthians 3:10 · 1 Corinthians 4:15 · 1 Corinthians 9:1 · 2 Corinthians 2:12 · 2 Corinthians 3:1 · 2 Corinthians 4:4 · Galatians 1:6 · Colossians 1:5 · 1 Timothy 1:11

Strong's numbers (from RLT):

For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
we stretch G5239 (ὑπερεκτείνω) — to extend inordinately
not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
ourselves G1438 (ἑαυτοῦ) — him- (her-, it-, them-, also (in conjunction with the personal pronoun of the other persons) my-, thy-, our-, your-) self (selves), etc.
beyond G5239 (ὑπερεκτείνω) — to extend inordinately
as though G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that manner (very variously used, as follows)
we reached G2185 (ἐφικνέομαι) — to arrive upon, i.e. extend to
not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
unto G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
you G4771 (σύ) — thou
we are come G5348 (φθάνω) — to be beforehand, i.e. anticipate or precede; by extension, to have arrived at
as far as G891 (ἄχρι) — (of time) until or (of place) up to
to you G4771 (σύ) — thou
also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
the gospel G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
the gospel G2098 (εὐαγγέλιον) — a good message, i.e. the gospel
of Christ G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
of Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus

¹⁵ not glorying beyond our measure, that is, in other men’s labors; but having hope that, as your faith groweth, we shall be magnified in you according to our province unto further abundance,

Cross references & Strong's

Cross references (TSK): Acts 5:13 · Romans 15:20 · 2 Corinthians 10:13 · 2 Thessalonians 1:3

Strong's numbers (from RLT):

Not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
boasting G2744 (καυχάομαι) — to vaunt (in a good or a bad sense)
of G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
things G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
without G280 (ἄμετρος) — immoderate
measure G280 (ἄμετρος) — immoderate
of G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
other men’s G245 (ἀλλότριος) — another's, i.e. not one's own; by extension foreign, not akin, hostile
labours G2873 (κόπος) — a cut, i.e. (by analogy) toil (as reducing the strength), literally or figuratively; by implication, pains
but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
having G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
hope G1680 (ἐλπίς) — expectation (abstractly or concretely) or confidence
your G4771 (σύ) — thou
faith G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
faith G4102 (πίστις) — persuasion, i.e. credence; moral conviction (of religious truth, or the truthfulness of God or a religious teacher), especially reliance upon Christ for salva…
is increased G837 (αὐξάνω) — to grow ("wax"), i.e. enlarge (literal or figurative, active or passive)
that we shall be enlarged G3170 (μεγαλύνω) — to make (or declare) great, i.e. increase or (figuratively) extol
by G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
you G4771 (σύ) — thou
according G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
to G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
our G1473 (ἐγώ)
rule G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
rule G2583 (κανών) — a rule ("canon"), i.e. (figuratively) a standard (of faith and practice); by implication, a boundary, i.e. (figuratively) a sphere (of activity)
abundantly G4050 (περισσεία) — surplusage, i.e. superabundance

¹⁶ so as to preach the gospel even unto the parts beyond you, and not to glory in another’s province in regard of things ready to our hand.

Cross references & Strong's

Cross references (TSK): Acts 19:21 · Romans 15:24

Strong's numbers (from RLT):

To preach the gospel G2097 (εὐαγγελίζω) — to announce good news ("evangelize") especially the gospel
in G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
the G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
beyond G5238 (ὑπερέκεινα) — above those parts, i.e. still farther
you G4771 (σύ) — thou
not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
to boast G2744 (καυχάομαι) — to vaunt (in a good or a bad sense)
in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
another man’s G245 (ἀλλότριος) — another's, i.e. not one's own; by extension foreign, not akin, hostile
line of things G2583 (κανών) — a rule ("canon"), i.e. (figuratively) a standard (of faith and practice); by implication, a boundary, i.e. (figuratively) a sphere (of activity)
made ready G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
made ready G2092 (ἕτοιμος) — adjusted, i.e. ready
to G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
our hand G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
our hand G2092 (ἕτοιμος) — adjusted, i.e. ready

¹⁷ But he that glorieth, let him glory in the Lord.

Cross references & Strong's

Cross references (TSK): Psalms 105:3 · Psalms 106:5 · Isaiah 41:16 · Isaiah 45:25 · Isaiah 65:16 · Jeremiah 4:2 · Jeremiah 9:23 · Romans 5:11 · 1 Corinthians 1:29 · 1 Corinthians 1:31 · Galatians 6:13 · Philippians 3:3

Strong's numbers (from RLT):

But G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
he G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
that glorieth G2744 (καυχάομαι) — to vaunt (in a good or a bad sense)
let him glory G2744 (καυχάομαι) — to vaunt (in a good or a bad sense)
in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)

¹⁸ For not he that commendeth himself is approved, but whom the Lord commendeth.

Cross references & Strong's

Cross references (TSK): Proverbs 12:8 · Proverbs 21:2 · Proverbs 27:2 · Matthew 25:20 · Luke 16:15 · Luke 18:10 · Acts 2:22 · Romans 2:29 · Romans 14:18 · Romans 16:10 · 1 Corinthians 4:5 · 1 Corinthians 11:19 · 2 Corinthians 3:1 · 2 Corinthians 5:12 · 2 Corinthians 6:4 · 2 Corinthians 10:12 · 2 Corinthians 13:7 · 2 Timothy 2:15 · 1 Peter 1:7

Strong's numbers (from RLT):

G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
he that G1565 (ἐκεῖνος) — that one (or (neuter) thing); often intensified by the article prefixed
commendeth G4921 (συνιστάω) — to set together, i.e. (by implication) to introduce (favorably), or (figuratively) to exhibit; intransitively, to stand near, or (figuratively) to constitute
himself G1438 (ἑαυτοῦ) — him- (her-, it-, them-, also (in conjunction with the personal pronoun of the other persons) my-, thy-, our-, your-) self (selves), etc.
is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
approved G1384 (δόκιμος) — properly, acceptable (current after assayal), i.e. approved
but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
whom G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
the Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)