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Commentaries

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Commentaries is a podcast by Parable Ministries in which we observe the Bible paragraph by paragraph.

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2 Corinthians Part 25: Remove Barriers in Our Lives [2 Corinthians 6:14-7:1] 16.03.2026 8:57

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 25. Paul's teaching on being unequally yolked is used to highlight our need to remove barriers in our lives to living for Christ. 2 Corinthians 6:14-7:1 -- Connect with Us: contact@parableministries.com Parable Ministries Instagram -- If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: Donate Music created by Chad Hoffman Artwork cr...

2 Corinthians Part 24: A Tough, Old Way [2 Corinthians 6:11-13] 13.03.2026 7:32

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 24. To address the hold up with many of the Corinthians, the call for an old, but challenging truth, to open oneself up to the hope and goodness available in Christ. 2 Corinthians 6:11-13 -- Connect with Us: contact@parableministries.com Parable Ministries Instagram -- If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: Donate Music...

2 Corinthians Part 23: No Barrier to Reconciliation [2 Corinthians 6:1-10] 11.03.2026 9:40

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 23. Paul notes the extent to which they went as apostles to remove all barriers to reconciliation. 2 Corinthians 6:1-10 -- Connect with Us: contact@parableministries.com Parable Ministries Instagram -- If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: Donate Music created by Chad Hoffman Artwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

2 Corinthians Part 22: The Ministry of a New Creation [2 Corinthians 5:16-21] 09.03.2026 10:04

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 22. Paul describes the nature of believers as new creations and the ministry that extends from that. 2 Corinthians 5:16-21 -- Connect with Us: contact@parableministries.com Parable Ministries Instagram -- If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: Donate Music created by Chad Hoffman Artwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

2 Corinthians Part 21: Love Exemplified in Reconciliation [2 Corinthians 5:11-15] 06.03.2026 8:21

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 21. Paul discusses the ministry of reconciliation he and his team have undergone on behalf of the Corinthians. 2 Corinthians 5:11-15 -- Connect with Us: contact@parableministries.com Parable Ministries Instagram -- If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: Donate Music created by Chad Hoffman Artwork created by Anthony Kue...

2 Corinthians Part 20: Of Good Courage [2 Corinthians 5:6-10] 04.03.2026 6:40

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 20. As Christians, we can be assured of our faith and be of good courage. 2 Corinthians 5:6-10 -- Connect with Us: contact@parableministries.com Parable Ministries Instagram -- If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: Donate Music created by Chad Hoffman Artwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

2 Corinthians Part 19: The Heavenly Tent [2 Corinthians 5:1-5] 02.03.2026 6:31

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 19. Our future existence in what Paul calls the "heavenly home" is contrasted with our "earthly tent". 2 Corinthians 5:1-5 -- Connect with Us: contact@parableministries.com Parable Ministries Instagram -- If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: Donate Music created by Chad Hoffman Artwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

2 Corinthians Part 18: The Hope of a Future Glory [2 Corinthians 4:16-18] 27.02.2026 5:00

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 18. How can the Christian respond to affliction in the reality of the hope they have in Jesus? By not losing heart. 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 -- Connect with Us: contact@parableministries.com Parable Ministries Instagram -- If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: Donate Music created by Chad Hoffman Artwork created by Anthon...

2 Corinthians Part 17: Hope in Affliction [2 Corinthians 4:13-15] 25.02.2026 4:50

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 17. Because of the resurrection of Jesus Christ, we can have hope despite and in the midst of our affliction. 2 Corinthians 4:13-15 -- Connect with Us: contact@parableministries.com Parable Ministries Instagram -- If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: Donate Music created by Chad Hoffman Artwork created by Anthony Kuen...

2 Corinthians Part 16: Light in Jars of Clay [2 Corinthians 4:7-12] 23.02.2026 7:12

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 16. Paul calls the lives of believers "jars of clay" a metaphor which combines with his description of the gospel as light, to highlight the hope we have in Jesus and the means by which our affliction reveals that hope to others. 2 Corinthians 4:7-12 -- Connect with Us: contact@parableministries.com Parable Ministries Instagram -- If you fee...

2 Corinthians Part 15: The Light of the Gospel [2 Corinthians 4:1-6] 20.02.2026 7:58

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 15. The Gospel of Jesus, much like light, shines out of the darkness. As we live lives for Christ, that light shines so others may see. 2 Corinthians 4:1-6 -- Connect with Us: contact@parableministries.com Parable Ministries Instagram -- If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: Donate Music created by Chad Hoffman Artwork...

2 Corinthians Part 14: Removing the Veil [2 Corinthians 3:12-18] 18.02.2026 7:55

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 14. The New covenant of Christ is greater because by it, the veil between us and God is removed through Jesus' sacrifice. Through Christ, we can approach God as Father. 2 Corinthians 3:12-18 -- Connect with Us: contact@parableministries.com Parable Ministries Instagram -- If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: Donate Mu...

2 Corinthians Part 13: Comparing Covenants [2 Corinthians 3:7-11] 16.02.2026 6:56

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 13. Paul compares the Old and New Covenants and how the New Covenant surpasses the Old in the ability to show God's glory. 2 Corinthians 3:7-11 -- Connect with Us: contact@parableministries.com Parable Ministries Instagram -- If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: Donate Music created by Chad Hoffman Artwork created by...

2 Corinthians Part 12: Made Sufficient [2 Corinthians 3:4-6] 13.02.2026 6:29

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 12. Jesus Christ, and the victory believers have in his name, make them sufficient to be ministers of the new covenant. 2 Corinthians 3:4-6 -- Connect with Us: contact@parableministries.com Parable Ministries Instagram -- If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: Donate Music created by Chad Hoffman Artwork created by Anth...

2 Corinthians Part 11: Letters of Recommendation [2 Corinthians 3:1-3] 11.02.2026 5:44

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 11. The letter of recommendation regarding the apostle Paul's missionary work is written not on paper or a piece of stone, but on the teblets of the hearts of the Corinthians church. 2 Corinthians 3:1-3 -- Connect with Us: contact@parableministries.com Parable Ministries Instagram -- If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visi...

2 Corinthians Part 10: The Triumphant Aroma of Christ [2 Corinthians 2:14-17] 09.02.2026 7:11

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 10. Paul describes the missionary proclamation of the good news of Jesus as a triumphal procession of victory and their news an aroma, pleasing to the Lord. 2 Corinthians 2:14-17 -- Connect with Us: contact@parableministries.com Parable Ministries Instagram -- If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: Donate Music created...

2 Corinthians Part 9: Bummed Out in Troas [2 Corinthians 2:12-13] 06.02.2026 5:27

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 9. Paul notes the hopes he had in going to Troas, and how those hopes went unmet. 2 Corinthians 2:12-13 -- Connect with Us: contact@parableministries.com Parable Ministries Instagram -- If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: Donate Music created by Chad Hoffman Artwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

2 Corinthians Part 8: Mercy and Forgiveness [2 Corinthians 2:5-11] 04.02.2026 7:39

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 8. Paul, having addressed the sin in Corinth, now looks at how we proceed with a brother who, after being confronted in their sin, turns and seeks to do what is right. How does the believer respond? 2 Corinthians 2:5-11 -- Connect with Us: contact@parableministries.com Parable Ministries Instagram -- If you feel led to give to Parable Minist...

2 Corinthians Part 7: Hard Words [2 Corinthians 2:1-4] 02.02.2026 6:07

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 7. Paul notes that he wanted his next visit to the Corinthians to be less painful than the last. In the wake of his last letter, he is giving more time to continue to them in joy. 2 Corinthians 2:1-4 -- Connect with Us: contact@parableministries.com Parable Ministries Instagram -- If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit:...

2 Corinthians Part 6: Changing Course Part 3 [2 Corinthians 1:23-24] 30.01.2026 5:03

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 6. Paul discusses his desire to postpone his trip, in order to spare the Corinthians a harsh meeting centered on correcting sin in the hopes that their next meeting would be one of joy and grace. 2 Corinthians 1:23-24 -- Connect with Us: contact@parableministries.com Parable Ministries Instagram -- If you feel led to give to Parable Ministri...

2 Corinthians Part 5: Changing Course Part 2 [2 Corinthians 1:15-22] 28.01.2026 6:29

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 5. Paul continues to discuss their change in plans and reminds the Corinthians, and us, about the promises of God. 2 Corinthians 1:15-22 -- Connect with Us: contact@parableministries.com Parable Ministries Instagram -- If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: Donate Music created by Chad Hoffman Artwork created by Anthony...

2 Corinthians Part 4: Changing Course Part 1 [2 Corinthians 1:12-14] 26.01.2026 5:37

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 4. Paul begins to explain his purposes for changing his travel plans away from Corinth. 2 Corinthians 1:12-14 -- Connect with Us: contact@parableministries.com Parable Ministries Instagram -- If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: Donate Music created by Chad Hoffman Artwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

2 Corinthians Part 3: An Example of God's Care [2 Corinthians 1:8-11] 23.01.2026 6:15

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 3. Paul gives an example of how God cares for his people using their prayers and the affliction they faced in Asia. 2 Corinthians 1:8-11 -- Connect with Us: contact@parableministries.com Parable Ministries Instagram -- If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: Donate Music created by Chad Hoffman Artwork created by Anthony...

2 Corinthians Part 2: The God of Comfort [2 Corinthians 1:3-7] 21.01.2026 6:40

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 2. God is described as the God of all comfort; a God who comforts us, and never wastes our affliction. 2 Corinthians 1:3-7 -- Connect with Us: contact@parableministries.com Parable Ministries Instagram -- If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: Donate Music created by Chad Hoffman Artwork created by Anthony Kuenzi

2 Corinthians Part 1: Welcome [Back] to Corinth [2 Corinthians 1:1-2] 19.01.2026 5:48

The Second Epistle of Paul to the Church at Corinth Part 1. Paul greets the Corinthian church at the opening of his second letter to them. 2 Corinthians 1:1-2 -- Connect with Us: contact@parableministries.com Parable Ministries Instagram -- If you feel led to give to Parable Ministries, please visit: Donate Music created by Chad Hoffman Artwork created by Anthony Kuenzi