For which cause we faint not; but though our outward man…
““For which cause we faint not; but though our outward man perish, yet the inward man is renewed day by day. For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, worketh for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory. 2 CORINTHIANS 4:16–17””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The inner self is continually renewed despite external hardships, and brief suffering produces lasting glory.
In simple terms: Inner renewal despite outward decline.
Key Takeaway
Focus on spiritual growth.
Themes
faith
resilience
eternity
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
scriptural
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal trials
- health challenges
- spiritual practice
- grief counseling
Key Concepts
spiritual renewal
glory
suffering
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you nurture your inner self during hardship?
- What lasting value can arise from temporary suffering?
A Different Perspective
Physical decline can limit capacity for inner renewal.