2 Corinthians 11:11

Amharic Bible (መጽሐፍ ቅዱስ (የብሉይና የሐዲስ ኪዳን መጻሕፍት))

ስለ ምን? ስለማልወዳችሁ ነውን? እግዚአብሔር ያውቃል።

What Does This Mean?

In this verse from 2 Corinthians 11:11, Paul is defending his motives and clarifying that he loves the Corinthian believers deeply. He appeals to God as a witness of his love for them.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a friend who doesn't believe in your kindness because you sometimes tell them what they need to hear. That's like how Paul felt with some people in Corinth. But he wanted them to know that he loved them, and only God truly knew the depth of his feelings.

Historical Background

The Apostle Paul wrote this letter around AD 56 to the church in Corinth, which was facing various issues including false teachings from other preachers. The Corinthians were questioning Paul's motives and love for them, so he addressed these doubts directly.

Living It Out Today

Today, if you're misunderstood by friends or colleagues who doubt your intentions despite your efforts to show kindness and support, remember that true motives are known only by God. Focus on being genuine and let the evidence of your actions speak for itself over time.

Topics

• love
• faithfulness
• motivation
• witnessing
• divine knowledge
• church

Related Verses

• Romans 8:37-39
• John 13:34-35
• Matthew 22:37-39
• Ephesians 3:16-19
• Psalm 103:13-14

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did Paul need to defend his love for the Corinthians?

Paul needed to clarify his motives and affirm his genuine care because some Corinthians doubted his intentions, possibly due to his rigorous instructions and stern rebukes.

How can we trust God's knowledge of our true motives?

We trust in God's omniscience because He is the ultimate judge who sees all actions and thoughts. This encourages us to act out of genuine love rather than seeking human approval.

What can we learn about expressing love amidst doubt?

Paul shows that even when our efforts are misunderstood, we should remain true to our loving intentions and let God be the witness and judge of our heart motives.

Why does Paul appeal directly to divine knowledge in this verse?

By appealing to God's knowledge, Paul underscores the futility of human judgment on his innermost feelings. It reinforces trust in God’s perspective over others' doubts.