Lenten Season · Fourth Sunday of Lent · Year C
2 Corinthians 5:17-21
The Ministry of Reconciliation
March 26, 2028
Overview & Insights
“We implore you on behalf of Christ, be reconciled to God.” (2 Corinthians 5:20)
In this section, Paul draws a conclusion (note the “therefore,” Since, then [oun] , in v. 11) to the previous discussion. He rejects the opponents’ physical criterion for assessing the legitimacy of his apostolic office and seeks instead to establish valid, internal criteria.
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Commentary
2 Corinthians 5 Commentaries BibleHub
Verse-by-verse classic commentaries gathered on the ministry of reconciliation.
2 Corinthians 5 Commentary Enduring Word · David Guzik
A plain-language walk through the chapter's teaching on the new creation.
Commentary on 2 Corinthians 5:16-21 Working Preacher
A scholar's commentary written specifically for this Sunday in the lectionary cycle.
2 Corinthians 5:16-21 Commentary Center for Excellence in Preaching
A preaching-focused reading on reconciliation as the heavy lifting God has already done.
2 Corinthians 5 Commentary Precept Austin
An extensive evangelical commentary compilation keyed to each verse.
2 Corinthians 5 (Haydock Commentary) Haydock Commentary
A Catholic commentary tradition reading of Paul's ministry of reconciliation.
Background & Word Study
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What is the ministry of reconciliation?
God was in Christ reconciling the world to himself and has entrusted that message to his servants, who appeal, now is the favorable day of salvation.
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