2 Corinthians 6:1-5 ▼

1 But, as a help to you, we exhort you not to receive the grace of God in vain.

2 For he says: “In a favorable time, I heeded you; and on the day of salvation, I helped you.” Behold, now is the favorable time; behold, now is the day of salvation.

3 May we never give offense to anyone, so that our ministry may not be disparaged.

4 But in all things, let us exhibit ourselves as ministers of God with great patience: through tribulation, difficulties, and distress;

5 despite wounds, imprisonment, and rebellion; with hard work, vigilance, and fasting;