1. Exegesis of II Corinthians 12:7
... seem that Paul and his audience even may be aware of the metaphorical use of thorns in the LXX.12 Therefore the purpose of this thorn was to hinder Paul in some way.13 τῇ σαρκί is the dative form of sarx or flesh. The problem is to decide how the dative functions in this passage ... works, it is often easy for the man behind the pulpit to begin to think of himself too highly, believing he is responsible for the success. Yet, the time will come when hardships or even something intrinsically evil enters, humbling the preacher and reminding him that all good things come from God. B...
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- Grade Level: High School