2 Corinthians 4:3-6

2 Corinthians 4:3-6
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Reading the Text:
- NRSV (with link to Anglicized NRSV) at Oremus Bible Browser.
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- The Blue Letter Bible. KJV, alternate versions, Greek text with concordance, commentaries.
- The World Wide Study Bible includes commentary, exposition and sermons.
Historical References, Commentary and Comparative Texts:
- III.VII.1, IV.XXIX.1, Adversus Haereses, Irenaeus of Lyons. (c. 180)
- Chapter X, On Patience, Tertullian (c. 202)
- Chapter XLIV, On the Resurrection of the Flesh, Tertullian (c. 211)
- V.11, V.17, Against Marcion, Tertullian (c. 212)
- Chapter IX, On Modesty, Tertullian (c. 217)
- VI.V, Against Celsus, Origen (c. 246)
- XI.14, Commentary on the Gospel of Matthew, Origen. (c.247)
- From the Geneva Notes.
  - "That being enlightened by God, we should in the same way give that light to others."
- From Matthew Henry's Commentary.
  - "Ministers are servants to the souls of men; they must avoid becoming servants to the humours or the lusts of men."
- From Wesley's Notes.
  - "What a sublime and horrible description of Satan! He is indeed the god of all that believe not, and works in them with inconceivable energy."
- From the Commentary on the Whole Bible (Jamieson, Fausset and Brown, 1871).
  - "hid--rather (in reference to 2Co 3:13-18), "veiled." "Hid" (Greek, Col 3:3) is said of that withdrawn from view altogether. "Veiled," of a thing within reach of the eye, but covered over so as not to be seen. So it was in the case of Moses' face."
- From The People's New Testament, B.W. Johnson, 1891.
  - "We have no self-seeking sins in preaching, but only seek to preach Christ Jesus, the Lord."
Contemporary Commentary, Studies and Exegesis:
- Commentary, 2 Corinthians 4:3-6, Carla Works, Preaching This Week, WorkingPreacher.org, 2015.
  - "The transfiguration of Christ entails seeing Jesus as nothing short of God's glory."
- Commentary and illustration idea, Stan Mast, Center for Excellence in Preaching, 2015.
- "Breaking Dawn," Alan Brehm, The Waking Dreamer.
  - "When Jesus was transfigured before his disciples, it was an event that revealed the light of God's new life already breaking into this world."
- Commentary, 2 Corinthians 4:3-6, Eric Barreto, Preaching This Week, WorkingPreacher.org, 2012.
  - "Once again, Paul pulls the curtain back."
- On Being the King's Ass, Mike Baughman, The Hardest Question, 2012.
  - "Light shoots out of the darkest places."
- Commentary, 2 Corinthians 4:3-6, Karl Jacobson, Preaching This Week, WorkingPreacher.org, 2009.
  - "Third in a series of lectionary texts which at first blush appear to consist of insider-trading for homileticians, 2 Corinthians 4:3-6 wrestles, in what is just small part, with what is a huge issue for the church..."
- "First Thoughts on Year B Epistle Passages in the Lectionary," Transfiguration, William Loader, Murdoch University, Uniting Church in Australia.
  - "Paul plants himself firmly on the cross side of life; the resurrection is to come (4:13-15). Cruciform ministry constitutes his self understanding as an apostle and invites us to see our ministries in the same light."
- 2 Corinthians 4:3-6, Last Epiphany/Transfiguration B: Comments (commentary) and Clippings (technical notes for in-depth study), Chris Haslam, Anglican Diocese of Montreal.
- "The Treasure of Gospel Ministry," Rev. Bryan Findlayson, Lectionary Bible Studies and Sermons, Pumpkin Cottage Ministry Resources. Includes detailed textual notes.
- 2 Corinthians 4:3-6, in Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary's An Exegetical Study of the Common Lectionary, coordinated by Prof. John E. Alsup, features rough translation, disposition, immediate context, broader context, hermeneutical bridge, and contemporary address.
  - "(J.A) What is the balance point between "kurios" and "doulos" (slave), servant. "Diakonos" = servant, no more differentiation between servant and slave? Polybius had freedom to move, but not to leave = "doulos.""
Recommended articles from ATLAS, an online collection of religion and theology journals, are linked below. ATLAS Access options are available for academic institutions, alumni of selected theological schools, and clergy/church offices. Annotated list of "starting place" articles at ATLAS for this week's texts (includes direct links).
- Avram, Wes, "Between Text and Sermon: 2 Corinthians 4:1-18," Interpretation, 2001.
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- Grieb, A. Katherine, "'The One Who Called You...' Vocation and Leadership in the Pauline Literature," Interpretation, 2005.
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- Hafemann, Scott, "Paul's Use of the Old Testament in 2 Corinthians," Interpretation, 1998.
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- Manz, James G., "This Ministry Which We Have: A Timely Essay on 2 Corinthians 4:1-6," Concordia Journal, 1976.
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- Polhill, John B., "Reconciliation at Corinth: 2 Corinthians 4-7," Review & Expositor, 1989.
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- Sundberg, Walter, "Satan the Enemy," Word & World, 2008.
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Sermons:
- "For We Do Not Proclaim Ourselves," Rev. Garth Wehrfritz-Hanson, Dim Lamp, 2009.
With Children:
- Worshiping with Children, Epiphany 4B, Including children in the congregation's worship, using the Revised Common Lectionary, Carolyn C. Brown, 2015. 2012.
- "Storypath Lectionary Links: Connecting Children's Literature with our Faith Story," February 8, 2015, Union Presbyterian Seminary. 2012.
Drama:
Graphics & Bulletin Materials:
- 2 Corinthians 4:6, Heartlight - Free Christian PowerPoint Backgrounds.
Hymns and Music:
- Hymnary.org, hymns, scores, media, information.
- Hymns with Scripture Allusions: 2 Corinthians 4:6. The Cyber Hymnal.
- At Digital Hymnal (midi files, guitar chords, karaoke files, projection text):
  - O Word of God Incarnate
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Study Links and Resources for the Book of 2 Corinthians