en_tn_condensed/2co/08/09.md

12 lines
434 B
Markdown

# the grace of our Lord
In this context, the word "grace" emphasizes the generosity with which Jesus had blessed the Corinthians.
# Even though he was rich, for your sakes he became poor
Paul speaks of Jesus before his incarnation as being rich, and of his becoming human as becoming poor.
# through his poverty you might become rich
Paul speaks of the Corinthians becoming spiritually rich as a result of Jesus becoming human.