2 Corinthians 5:14

For the love of Christ constraineth us, being fully persuaded of this, that if One died for all, then were all dead.

1770 John Worsley NT

In The King James Version

For the love of Christ constraineth us; because we thus judge, that if one died for all, then were all dead:

In Context

13For whether we be in extasies, it is to God: or if we be composed, it is for your benefit.

15And He died for all, that those who live might no longer live to themselves, but to Him who died for them and rose again.

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Cross References

Matthew 10:37He that loveth father or mother more than me, is not worthy of me; and he that loveth son or daughter more than me, is not worthy of me:

Luke 7:42and they not being able to pay him, he freely forgave them both: tell me therefore, which of them will love him most?

Luke 15:32But it was fit we should be merry and rejoice; for this thy brother was dead, and is come to life again, was lost and is found.

John 1:29The next day John seeth Jesus coming towards him, and saith, Behold the Lamb of God that taketh away the sin of the world.

Matthew Henry on 2 Corinthians 5:13-16

Apology for Seeming Self-Commendation. ( a. d. 57.) 12 For we commend not ourselves again unto you, but give you occasion to glory on our behalf, that ye may have somewhat to answer them which glory in appearance, and not in heart. 13 For whether we be beside ourselves, it is to God: or whether we be sober, it is for your cause. 14 For the love of Christ constraineth us; because we thus judge, that if one died for all, then were all dead: 15 And that he died for all, that they which live should not henceforth live… Read the whole commentary →

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