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Paul's Joy in the Corinthians … 11 Consider what this godly sorrow has produced in you: what earnestness, what eagerness to clear yourselves, what indignation, what alarm, what longing, what zeal, what vindication! In every way you have proved yourselves to be innocent in this matter. 12 So even though I wrote to you, it was not on account of the …

New Living Translation That’s why I take pleasure in my weaknesses, and in the insults, hardships, persecutions, and troubles that I suffer for Christ. For when I am weak, then I am strong.1 I don’t want you to forget, dear brothers and sisters, # 10:1 Greek brothers. about our ancestors in the wilderness long ago. All of them were guided by a cloud that moved ahead of them, and all of them walked through the sea on dry ground. 2 In the cloud and in the sea, all of them were baptized as followers of Moses. 3 All of them ate the same spiritual food, …2 Please open your hearts to us. We have not done wrong to anyone, nor led anyone astray, nor taken advantage of anyone. 3 I’m not saying this to condemn you. I said before that you are in our hearts, and we live or die together with you. 4 I have the highest confidence in you, and I take great pride in you. You have greatly encouraged me and ...1 This boasting will do no good, but I must go on. I will reluctantly tell about visions and revelations from the Lord. 2 I a was caught up to the third heaven fourteen years ago. …2 Corinthians 12:9-10New International Version. 9 But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.”. Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. 10 That is why, for Christ’s sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in ...1 Therefore, since God in his mercy has given us this new way, we never give up. 2 We reject all shameful deeds and underhanded methods. We don’t try to trick anyone or distort the word of God. We tell the truth before God, and all who are honest know this. 3 If the Good News we preach is hidden behind a veil, it is hidden only from people ...2 Corinthians 8:12. εἰ γὰρ ἡ προθυμία κ . τ . λ .: for if the readiness is there it is acceptable according as a man has, not according as he has not: cf. 2 Corinthians 9:7 , Mark 12:43 , and Tob 4:8 , “As thy substance is, give alms of it according to thine abundance; if thou have little, be not afraid to give alms ...

2 Corinthians 10:12. Οὐ γὰρ τολμῶμεν, for we dare not) Paul very fully vindicates his apostolic authority, under which the Corinthians are also placed: and he refutes the false apostles who, [2 Corinthians 11:13-14] assuming any specious form whatever, also obtruded themselves among them, and put the sickle into Paul’s harvest.2 Corinthians 12 (NLT) - Each time he said, My even though I have received such wonderful revelations from God. So to keep me from becoming proud, I was given a thorn in my flesh, a messenger from Satan to torment me and keep me from becoming proud. Tools 2Co 12:8 ¶ Three different times I begged the Lord to take it away. Tools 2Co 12:9 God’s strength is made perfect in weakness when we put our faith and trust in Him. The Lord’s presence is all we need in times of weakness. His great power and sufficiency rest on us as we find our strength in Him, and He is glorified. We can say with the psalmist, “My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and ...2 Corinthians 12:12New Living Translation. 12 When I was with you, I certainly gave you proof that I am an apostle. For I patiently did many signs and wonders and miracles among you. Read full chapter. 2 Corinthians 12:12 in all English translations. 2 Corinthians 12:12New Living Translation. 12 When I was with you, I certainly gave you proof that I am an apostle. For I patiently did many signs and wonders and miracles …Paul’s Vision and His Thorn in the Flesh. I desired Titus, and with him I sent a brother. Did Titus make a gain of you? walked we not in the same spirit? walked we not in the same steps? Paul’s Vision and His Thorn in the Flesh - This boasting will do no good, but I must go on. I will reluctantly tell about visions and revelations. 2 Corinthians 12:20 NLT. For I am afraid that when I come I won’t like what I find, and you won’t like my response. I am afraid that I will find quarreling, jealousy, anger, selfishness, slander, gossip, arrogance, and disorderly behavior.2 Corinthians 12. New Living Translation. Paul’s Vision and His Thorn in the Flesh. 12 This boasting will do no good, but I must go on. I will reluctantly tell about visions and …

A Call to Generous Giving. 8 Now I want you to know, dear brothers and sisters,[ a] what God in his kindness has done through the churches in Macedonia. 2 They are being tested by many troubles, and they are very poor. But they are also filled with abundant joy, which has overflowed in rich generosity. 3 For I can testify that they gave not ...2 Corinthians 12:9-10New International Version. 9 But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.”. Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. 10 That is why, for Christ’s sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in ...2 Corinthians 3:17-18New Living Translation. 17 For the Lord is the Spirit, and wherever the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. 18 So all of us who have had that veil removed can see and reflect the glory of the Lord. And the Lord—who is the Spirit—makes us more and more like him as we are changed into his glorious image.1 I must go on boasting. Though there is nothing to be gained by it, I will go on to visions and revelations of the Lord. 2 I know a man in Christ who fourteen years ago was caught up to the third heaven—whether in the body or out of the body I do not know, God knows. 3 And I know that this man was caught up into paradise—whether in the ...1 When I first came to you, dear brothers and sisters, a I didn’t use lofty words and impressive wisdom to tell you God’s secret plan. b 2 For I decided that while I was with you I would forget everything except Jesus Christ, the one who was crucified. 3 I came to you in weakness—timid and trembling. 4 And my message and my preaching were ...

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1 This boasting will do no good, but I must go on. I will reluctantly tell about visions and revelations from the Lord. 2 I a was caught up to the third heaven fourteen years ago. Whether I was in my body or out of my body, I don't know—only God knows. 3 Yes, only God knows whether I was in my body or outside my body.2 Corinthians 12:8-9New Living Translation. 8 Three different times I begged the Lord to take it away. 9 Each time he said, “My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.”. So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me. Read full chapter. 2 Corinthians 11. 2 Corinthians 13.2 Corinthians 12:9-10 — New Century Version (NCV) 9 But he said to me, "My grace is enough for you. When you are weak, my power is made perfect in you.". So I am very happy to brag about my weaknesses. Then Christ's power can live in me. 10 For this reason I am happy when I have weaknesses, insults, hard times, sufferings, and all ...2 Corinthians 5:17-18New Living Translation. 17 This means that anyone who belongs to Christ has become a new person. The old life is gone; a new life has begun! 18 And all of this is a gift from God, who brought us back to himself through Christ. And God has given us this task of reconciling people to him. Read full chapter. 2 Corinthians 4.Paul's Thorn in the Flesh. 12 1 This boasting will do no good, but I must go on. I will reluctantly tell about visions and revelations from the Lord. 2 I was caught up to the third heaven fourteen years ago. Whether I was in my body or out of my body, I don't know-only God knows. 3 Yes, only God knows whether I was in my body or outside my body.

2 Corinthians 12:10. Διό] because, namely, in such circumstances with such a mood the power of Christ joins itself with m. εὐδοκῶ ἐν ἀσθεν.] I take pleasure in weaknesses, bear them with inward assent and willingly, when they befall me. Comp. 2 Corinthians 7:4.2 Corinthians 12:7-10 NLT. even though I have received such wonderful revelations from God. So to keep me from becoming proud, I was given a thorn in my flesh, a messenger from Satan to torment me and keep me from becoming proud. Three different times I begged the Lord to take it away. Each time he said, “My grace is all you need.Paul Defends His Authority. 10 Now I, Paul, appeal to you with the gentleness and kindness of Christ—though I realize you think I am timid in person and bold only when I write from far away. 2 Well, I am begging you now so that when I come I won’t have to be bold with those who think we act from human motives. 3 We are human, but we don’t wage war as …Spiritual Gifts. 1 Now about spiritual gifts, brothers, I do not want you to be uninformed. 2 You know that when you were pagans, you were influenced and led astray to mute idols. 3 Therefore I inform you that no one who is speaking by the Spirit of God says, “Jesus be cursed,” and no one can say, “Jesus is Lord,” except by the Holy Spirit.8 თებ. 2018 ... My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness. 2 Corinthians 12:9 NLT. Get the shareable Bible Verse of the Day graphic here.2 Corinthians 12:7-10 NLT. even though I have received such wonderful revelations from God. So to keep me from becoming proud, I was given a thorn in my flesh, a messenger from Satan to torment me and keep me from becoming proud. Three different times I begged the Lord to take it away. Each time he said, “My grace is all you need.6 Remember this—a farmer who plants only a few seeds will get a small crop. But the one who plants generously will get a generous crop. 7 You must each decide in your heart how much to give. And don’t give reluctantly or in response to pressure. “For God loves a person who gives cheerfully.”[ c] 8 And God will generously provide all you ...

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2 Corinthians 8:12. ESV For if the readiness is there, it is acceptable according to what a person has, not according to what he does not have. NIV For if the willingness is there, the gift is acceptable according to what one has, not according to what one does not have. NASB For if the willingness is present, it is acceptable according to what ...2 Corinthians 12:9-10New International Version. 9 But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.”. Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. 10 That is why, for Christ’s sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in ... 1 Corinthians 2:3 I came to you in weakness and fear, and with much trembling. 1 Corinthians 2:5 so that your faith would not rest on men's wisdom, but on God's power. 2 Corinthians 12:1 I must go on boasting. Although there is nothing to gain, I will go on to visions and revelations from the Lord. 2 Corinthians 12:5 New Bodies. 1 For we know that when this earthly tent we live in is taken down (that is, when we die and leave this earthly body), we will have a house in heaven, an eternal body made for us by God himself and not by human hands. 2 We grow weary in our present bodies, and we long to put on our heavenly bodies like new clothing. 3 For we will ...2 Corinthians 12:9–10 — New Century Version (NCV) 9 But he said to me, “My grace is enough for you. When you are weak, my power is made perfect in you.”. So I am very happy to brag about my weaknesses. Then Christ’s power can live in me. 10 For this reason I am happy when I have weaknesses, insults, hard times, sufferings, and all ... 2 Corinthians 12:9–10 — New Century Version (NCV) 9 But he said to me, “My grace is enough for you. When you are weak, my power is made perfect in you.”. So I am very happy to brag about my weaknesses. Then Christ’s power can live in me. 10 For this reason I am happy when I have weaknesses, insults, hard times, sufferings, and all ...

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2 Corinthians 12:9-10New International Version. 9 But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.”. Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. 10 That is why, for Christ’s sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in ...2 Corinthians 12 · 1: I must go on boasting. · 2: I know a man in Christ who fourteen years ago was caught up to the third heaven. · 3: And I know that this man-- ...New Living Translation. 3 Yes, only God knows whether I was in my body or outside my body. But I do know 4 that I was caught up[ a] to paradise and heard things so astounding that they cannot be expressed in words, things no human is allowed to tell. Read full chapter.Paul's Thorn and God's Grace 7 or because of these surpassingly great revelations. So to keep me from becoming conceited, I was given a thorn in my flesh, a messenger of Satan, to torment me. 8 Three times I pleaded with the Lord to take it away from me. 9 But He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is perfected in weakness.” Therefore I …Paul's Thorn in the Flesh. 12 1 This boasting will do no good, but I must go on. I will reluctantly tell about visions and revelations from the Lord. 2 I was caught up to the third heaven fourteen years ago. Whether I was in my body or out of my body, I don't know-only God knows. 3 Yes, only God knows whether I was in my body or outside my body.2 Corinthians 2:12-17New Living Translation. 12 When I came to the city of Troas to preach the Good News of Christ, the Lord opened a door of opportunity for me. 13 But I had no peace of mind because my dear brother Titus hadn’t yet arrived with a report from you. So I said good-bye and went on to Macedonia to find him.2 Corinthians 12:9 But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.2 Corinthians 12 - I* was caught up to the third heaven fourteen years ago. Whether I was in my body or out of my body, I don't know--only God knows.Paul's Vision and His Thorn. 12 I must go on boasting. Although there is nothing to be gained, I will go on to visions and revelations from the Lord. 2 I know a man in Christ who fourteen years ago was caught up to the third heaven. Whether it was in the body or out of the body I do not know—God knows. 3 And I know that this man—whether ...New Living Translation. 6 Remember this—a farmer who plants only a few seeds will get a small crop. But the one who plants generously will get a generous crop. 7 You must each decide in your heart how much to give. And don’t give reluctantly or in response to pressure.Treasure in Fragile Clay Jars. 4 Therefore, since God in his mercy has given us this new way,[ a] we never give up. 2 We reject all shameful deeds and underhanded methods. We don’t try to trick anyone or distort the word of God. We tell the truth before God, and all who are honest know this. 3 If the Good News we preach is hidden behind a ... ….

12 When I came to the city of Troas to preach the Good News of Christ, the Lord opened a door of opportunity for me. 13 But I had no peace of mind because my dear brother Titus …New Living Translation. 6 Remember this—a farmer who plants only a few seeds will get a small crop. But the one who plants generously will get a generous crop. 7 You must each decide in your heart how much to give. And don’t give reluctantly or in response to pressure. 1 I must go on boasting. Although there is nothing to gain, I will go on to visions and revelations from the Lord. 2 I know a man in Christ who fourteen years ago was caught up to the third heaven. Whether it was in the body or out of it I do not know, but God knows. 3 And I know that this man—whether in the body or out of it I do not know ...2 When I first came to you, dear brothers and sisters,[ a] I didn’t use lofty words and impressive wisdom to tell you God’s secret plan.[ b] 2 For I decided that while I was with you I would forget everything except Jesus Christ, the one who was crucified. 3 I came to you in weakness—timid and trembling. 4 And my message and my preaching ...New Living Translation. 7 We now have this light shining in our hearts, but we ourselves are like fragile clay jars containing this great treasure.[ a] This makes it clear that our great power is from God, not from ourselves. 8 We are pressed on every side by troubles, but we are not crushed.New Living Translation. 12 So two good things will result from this ministry of giving—the needs of the believers in Jerusalem[ a] will be met, and they will joyfully express their thanks to God. 13 As a result of your ministry, they will give glory to God. For your generosity to them and to all believers will prove that you are obedient to ...Perhaps you think we’re saying these things just to defend ourselves. No, we tell you this as Christ’s servants, and with God as our witness. Everything we do, dear friends, is to strengthen you. For I am afraid that when I come I won’t like what I find, and you won’t like my response. I am afraid that I will find quarreling, jealousy ...2 Corinthians 12:8-9New Living Translation. 8 Three different times I begged the Lord to take it away. 9 Each time he said, “My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.”. So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me. Read full chapter. 2 Corinthians 11. 2 Corinthians 13. 2 corinthians 12 nlt, 1 I must go on boasting. Though there is nothing to be gained by it, I will go on to visions and revelations of the Lord. 2 I know a man in Christ who fourteen years ago was caught up to the third heaven—whether in the body or out of the body I do not know, God knows. 3 And I know that this man was caught up into paradise—whether in the ..., 2 Corinthians 12:14New Living Translation. 14 Now I am coming to you for the third time, and I will not be a burden to you. I don’t want what you have—I want you. After all, children don’t provide for their parents. Rather, parents provide for their children. Read full chapter. 2 Corinthians 12:14 in all English translations., 2 Corinthians 2. 1 So I decided that I would not bring you grief with another painful visit. 2 For if I cause you grief, who will make me glad? Certainly not someone I have grieved. 3 That is why I wrote to you as I did, so that when I do come, I won’t be grieved by the very ones who ought to give me the greatest joy., 12 So we live in the face of death, ... Holy Bible, New Living Translation copyright 1996, 2004, 2007, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. For more information about the NLT: Learn More About New Living Translation. Explore 2 Corinthians 4 by Verse. Encouraging and challenging you to seek intimacy with God every day. ..., God is our merciful Father and the source of all comfort. 4 He comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort others. When they are troubled, we will be able to give them the same comfort God has given us. 5 For the more we suffer for Christ, the more God will shower us with his comfort through Christ. 6 Even when we are weighed down ..., 1I must go on boasting. Although there is nothing to be gained, I will go on to visions and revelations from the Lord. 2I was caught up to the third heaven fourteen years ago. …, 2 Corinthians 6. 1 As God’s partners, we beg you not to accept this marvelous gift of God’s kindness and then ignore it. 2 For God says, “At just the right time, I heard you. On the day of salvation, I helped you.”. Indeed, the “right time” is now. Today is the day of salvation., 1 I don’t want you to forget, dear brothers and sisters, # 10:1 Greek brothers. about our ancestors in the wilderness long ago. All of them were guided by a cloud that moved ahead of them, and all of them walked through the sea on dry ground. 2 In the cloud and in the sea, all of them were baptized as followers of Moses. 3 All of them ate the same spiritual food, …, 2 Corinthians 12:7 NLT 2 Corinthians 12:7 ESV 2 Corinthians 12:7 NASB 2 Corinthians 12:7 KJV 2 Corinthians 12:7 BibleApps.com 2 Corinthians 12:7 Biblia Paralela 2 Corinthians 12:7 Chinese Bible 2 Corinthians 12:7 French Bible 2 Corinthians 12:7 Catholic Bible NT Letters: 2 Corinthians 12:7 By reason of the exceeding greatness (2 …, 12 So we live in the face of death, ... Holy Bible, New Living Translation copyright 1996, 2004, 2007, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. For more information about the NLT: Learn More About New Living Translation. Explore 2 Corinthians 4 by Verse. Encouraging and challenging you to seek intimacy with God every day. ..., 2 Corinthians 12 Paul's Visions and His Thorn. 1 This boasting will do no good, but I must go on. I will reluctantly tell about visions and revelations from the Lord. 2 I 1 was caught up to the third heaven fourteen years ago. Whether I was in my body or out of my body, I don't know - only God knows. 3 Yes, only God knows whether I was in my body or outside my body., 2 Corinthians 12:19New International Version. 19 Have you been thinking all along that we have been defending ourselves to you? We have been speaking in the sight of God as those in Christ; and everything we do, dear friends, is for your strengthening. Read full chapter. 2 Corinthians 12:19 in all English translations., 2 Corinthians 12 - even though I have received such wonderful revelations from God. So to keep me from becoming proud, I was given a thorn in my flesh, a messenger from Satan to torment me and keep me from becoming proud., Expand. Context Summary. Second Corinthians 1:3–11 contains profound praise to God for His comfort of all in affliction. Paul connects Christian suffering to the sufferings of Christ. This shows the Corinthians how Paul's suffering and the comfort he has received from God during it have been for their benefit., 2 Corinthians 12:9-10New International Version. 9 But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.”. Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. 10 That is why, for Christ’s sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in ..., 12 It is not expedient for me doubtless to glory. I will come to visions and revelations of the Lord. 2 I knew a man in Christ above fourteen years ago, (whether in the body, I cannot …, 14 Let love be your highest goal! But you should also desire the special abilities the Spirit gives—especially the ability to prophesy. 2 For if you have the ability to speak in tongues,[ a] you will be talking only to God, since people won’t be able to understand you. You will be speaking by the power of the Spirit,[ b] but it will all be ..., 16 But whenever someone turns to the Lord, the veil is taken away. 17 For the Lord is the Spirit, and wherever the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. 18 So all of us who have had that veil removed can see and reflect the glory of the Lord. And the Lord—who is the Spirit—makes us more and more like him as we are changed into his ..., Tools. 2Co 8:1. Now I want you to know, dear brothers and sisters, [fn] what God in his kindness has done through the churches in Macedonia. Tools. 2Co 8:2. They are being tested by many troubles, and they are very poor. But they are also filled with abundant joy, which has overflowed in rich generosity. Tools. , Paul's Visions and His Thorn. 12 I must go on boasting. Though there is nothing to be gained by it, I will go on to visions and () revelations of the Lord. 2 I know a man () in Christ who fourteen years ago was () caught up to () the third heaven—whether in the body or out of the body I do not know, () God knows. 3 And I know that this man was caught up into () paradise—whether in the body ..., 2 Corinthians 12:9-11New Living Translation. 9 Each time he said, “My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.”. So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me. 10 That’s why I take pleasure in my weaknesses, and in the insults, hardships, persecutions, and troubles that I ..., Expand. Context Summary. Second Corinthians 1:3–11 contains profound praise to God for His comfort of all in affliction. Paul connects Christian suffering to the sufferings of Christ. This shows the Corinthians how Paul's suffering and the comfort he has received from God during it have been for their benefit., As God’s partners, we beg you not to accept this marvelous gift of God’s kindness and then ignore it. For God says, “At just the right time, I heard you. On the day of salvation, I helped you.” Indeed, the “right time” is now. Today is the day of salvation. Paul’s Hardships - We live in such a way that no one will stumble because of us, and no one will find fault with …, 2 Corinthians 2:12-17New Living Translation. 12 When I came to the city of Troas to preach the Good News of Christ, the Lord opened a door of opportunity for me. 13 But I had no peace of mind because my dear brother Titus hadn’t yet arrived with a report from you. So I said good-bye and went on to Macedonia to find him. , 1 Corinthians 2:3 I came to you in weakness and fear, and with much trembling. 1 Corinthians 2:5 so that your faith would not rest on men's wisdom, but on God's power. 2 Corinthians 12:1 I must go on boasting. Although there is nothing to gain, I will go on to visions and revelations from the Lord. 2 Corinthians 12:5, 2 Corinthians 2New Living Translation. 2 So I decided that I would not bring you grief with another painful visit. 2 For if I cause you grief, who will make me glad? Certainly not someone I have grieved. 3 That is why I wrote to you as I did, so that when I do come, I won’t be grieved by the very ones who ought to give me the greatest joy. , Tools. 2Co 12:9. Each time he said, “My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.”. So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me. Tools. 2Co 12:10. That’s why I take pleasure in my weaknesses, and in the insults, hardships, persecutions, and troubles that I suffer for Christ., 8 თებ. 2018 ... My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness. 2 Corinthians 12:9 NLT. Get the shareable Bible Verse of the Day graphic here., 2 Corinthians 12:12New Living Translation. 12 When I was with you, I certainly gave you proof that I am an apostle. For I patiently did many signs and wonders and miracles …, 2 Corinthians 12:9 NLT. Each time he said, “My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.” So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me. NLT: New Living Translation. Share. Read 2 Corinthians 12. Bible App Bible App for Kids., The Vision of Paradise. 12 It is [] doubtless not profitable for me to boast. I will come to () visions and () revelations of the Lord: 2 I know a man () in Christ who fourteen years ago—whether in the body I do not know, or whether out of the body I do not know, God knows—such a one () was caught up to the third heaven., 1I must go on boasting. Although there is nothing to be gained, I will go on to visions and revelations from the Lord. 2I was caught up to the third heaven fourteen years ago. Whether I was in my body or out of my body, I don't know—only God knows. 2I know a man in Christ who fourteen years ago was caught up to the third heaven., 2 Corinthians 5 :: New Living Translation (NLT) For we know that when this earthly tent we live in is taken down (that is, when we die and leave this earthly body), we will have a house in heaven, an eternal body made for us by God himself and not by human hands. We grow weary in our present bodies, and we long to put on our heavenly bodies ...