2 Corinthians MacArthur New Testament Commentary

by MacArthur, John F.

• ISBN13: 9780802408655
• ISBN10: 0802408656
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2003-11-01
• Publisher: Moody Publishers

Summary

The Corinthian church required Paul's repeated care. In 2 Corinthians, he continues his attempt to correct errors of unchristian practice, worship, and doctrine. Concerned with false apostles who were leading the church astray, Paul defended his own authority as God's apostle and sought reconciliation within the church. Respected preacher and Bible teacher John MacArthur presents yet another comprehensive and compelling commentary in his New Testament series.

Author Biography

JOHN MACARTHUR is the pastor-teacher of Grace Community Church in Sun Valley, California, president of The Master's College and Seminary, and featured teacher with the Grace to You media ministry. Grace to You radio, video, audio, print, and website resources reach millions worldwide each day. Over four decades of ministry, John has written dozens of bestselling books, including The MacArthur Study Bible, The Gospel According to Jesus, The New Testament Commentary series, The Truth War, and The Jesus You Can't Ignore. He and his wife, Patricia, have four married children and fifteen grandchildren.

Table of Contents

Preface	vii
Introduction to 2 Corinthians	1	(10)
Comfort in Trouble (2 Corinthians 1:1--11)	11	(18)
The Soul's Warning System (2 Corinthians 1:12--14)	29	(10)
Portrait of a Godly Pastor (2 Corinthians 1:15--2:4)	39	(10)
The Blessings of Forgiveness (2 Corinthians 2:5--11)	49	(14)
Restoring the Disheartened Pastor's Joy (2 Corinthians 2:12--17)	63	(14)
The Competent Minister (2 Corinthians 3:1--6)	77	(16)
The Glory of the New Covenant---Part 1: It Gives Life, Produces Righteousness, and Is Permanent (2 Corinthians 3:6--11)	93	(12)
The Glory of the New Covenant---Part 2: It Brings Hope, and Is Clear, Christ Centered, Energized by the Spirit, and Transforming (2 Corinthians 3:12--18)	105	(14)
Looking at the Face of Jesus (2 Corinthians 3:18--4:6)	119	(18)
Priceless Treasure in Clay Pots (2 Corinthians 4:7--15)	137	(12)
Secrets to Endurance (2 Corinthians 4:16--18)	149	(10)
Facing Death Confidently (2 Corinthians 5:1--8)	159	(12)
The Noblest Ambition (2 Corinthians 5:9--10)	171	(10)
A Ministry of Integrity (2 Corinthians 5:11--17)	181	(16)
The Ministry of Reconciliation (2 Corinthians 5:18--20)	197	(12)
Fifteen Words of Hope (2 Corinthians 5:21)	209	(10)
Honor and Dishonor---The Paradox of Ministry (2 Corinthians 6:1--10)	219	(14)
Accents of Love (2 Corinthians 6:11--13; 7:2--4)	233	(10)
Separating from Unbelievers (2 Corinthians 6:14--7:1)	243	(16)
Comforting the Sorrowful Pastor (2 Corinthians 7:5--16)	259	(12)
A Biblical Model for Giving (2 Corinthians 8:1--8)	271	(16)
The Poverty That Made Us Rich (2 Corinthians 8:9)	287	(10)
Stewardship with Integrity (2 Corinthians 8:10--9:5)	297	(14)
The Path to Prosperity (2 Corinthians 9:6--15)	311	(10)
Winning the Spiritual War (2 Corinthians 10:1--6)	321	(12)
How to Recognize a Man of God (2 Corinthians 10:7--18)	333	(18)
Christian Loyalty (2 Corinthians 11:1--6)	351	(10)
Distinguishing Marks of True and False Apostles (2 Corinthians 11:7--15, 20)	361	(14)
Humble Boasting (2 Corinthians 11:16--21)	375	(8)
Apostolic Credentials (2 Corinthians 11:22--12:4)	383	(14)
How God Uses Suffering (2 Corinthians 12:5--10)	397	(10)
Apostolic Uniqueness (2 Corinthians 12:11--12)	407	(12)
Concerns of a True Pastor (2 Corinthians 12:12--19)	419	(12)
The Pattern of Sanctification: Repentance (2 Corinthians 12:20--21)	431	(8)
The Pattern of Sanctification: Discipline (2 Corinthians 13:1--2)	439	(10)
The Pattern of Sanctification: Authority (2 Corinthians 13:3--4)	449	(10)
The Pattern of Sanctification: Authenticity (2 Corinthians 13:5--6)	459	(14)
The Pattern of Sanctification: Obedience and Integrity (2 Corinthians 13:7--10)	473	(8)
The Pattern of Sanctification: Perfection, Affection, and Benediction (2 Corinthians 13:11--14)	481	(10)
Bibliography	491	(2)
Index of Greek Words	493	(3)
Index of Scripture	496	(23)
Index of Subjects	519