2 Corinthians 3:4-6
3 prayers from this passage, for fear & anxiety, shame, doubt
Such confidence we have through Christ before God. Not that we are competent in ourselves to claim anything for ourselves, but our competence comes from God. He has made us competent as ministers of a new covenant—not of the letter but of the Spirit; for the letter kills, but the Spirit gives life. 2 Corinthians 3:4-6 (NIV)
What was going on when this was written
Written by someone defending his credentials and then refusing to. Not that we are competent in ourselves is a sentence about competence, not about worth.
Prayers from this passage
The same words, prayed from different places. Take whichever one fits tonight.
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Competence From God
When you feel out of your depth
Lord, when fear tells me I am not enough, remind me that my competence comes from You alone.
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Not Competent in Myself
When you feel like you are not enough
Father, shame tells me I am inadequate and unworthy.
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Confidence Through Christ
When your confidence has run out
God, when doubt whispers that I have nothing to offer, anchor me in this truth: my confidence comes through Christ before You.
If you came here for one of these
Prayers for fear & anxiety , Prayers for shame , or Prayers for doubt .