I have always thought that the scripture in 2 Corinthians 13:14 was a conclusive part of a prayer (or a fellowship), partly because of how and when it is used in a gathering (which is at the end of meetings). So the idea is; when the scripture is quoted, then the meeting is come to an end (y'all can now open your eyes; prayer-time is over :).
A probably tolerable reason to think this, is where the scripture is located; at the end of Paul's letter to the Corinthians.
Actually, 2 Corinthians 13:14 is the only single verse (I observed) in the bible that references the unique blessing and benefits of the Blessed Trinity (One God in three divine persons) to a Christian. That makes me think; Paul was prophetically praying deep revelation into the lives of the Christians at Corinth.
2 Corinthians 13:14; "The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Ghost, be with you all. Amen."
Wow this is mind blowing. This reminds me of David's reference to God's benefits in Psalms 68:19 (others; 103:2 & 116:12); "...daily loads us with benefits". In other words; daily: consistent, loads: immeasurable, benefits: more than goodies. Which also make me think; if 2 Corinthians 13:14 is the wrap-up of the benefits, then getting it once-in a while (or at the end of meetings), is not good enough (...missing a lot). It's a daily continuous meal.
What can we do without His Grace (charis), Love (agape) and Communion (koinonia)
Philippians.4:13; 2 Corinthians 12:9. - Grace.
Psalms 63:3, 103:11; Lamentations 3:22; 2 Corinthians 13(:8a) - His Love also relays his mercy.
John 14:26; Acts. - Fellowship.
2 Corinthians 13:14, is therefore not a once in a while prayer (or a summary of a long prayer) it is continuous (and a prayer itself); keep praying it. Grace, Love and Fellowship sustains for/in the race.
So I pray that the Grace of Our Lord Jesus Christ, the Love of God and the Sweet fellowship of the Holy Spirit always tabernacle with you. Amen.
Remain forever blessed.
A probably tolerable reason to think this, is where the scripture is located; at the end of Paul's letter to the Corinthians.
Actually, 2 Corinthians 13:14 is the only single verse (I observed) in the bible that references the unique blessing and benefits of the Blessed Trinity (One God in three divine persons) to a Christian. That makes me think; Paul was prophetically praying deep revelation into the lives of the Christians at Corinth.
2 Corinthians 13:14; "The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Ghost, be with you all. Amen."
Wow this is mind blowing. This reminds me of David's reference to God's benefits in Psalms 68:19 (others; 103:2 & 116:12); "...daily loads us with benefits". In other words; daily: consistent, loads: immeasurable, benefits: more than goodies. Which also make me think; if 2 Corinthians 13:14 is the wrap-up of the benefits, then getting it once-in a while (or at the end of meetings), is not good enough (...missing a lot). It's a daily continuous meal.
What can we do without His Grace (charis), Love (agape) and Communion (koinonia)
Philippians.4:13; 2 Corinthians 12:9. - Grace.
Psalms 63:3, 103:11; Lamentations 3:22; 2 Corinthians 13(:8a) - His Love also relays his mercy.
John 14:26; Acts. - Fellowship.
2 Corinthians 13:14, is therefore not a once in a while prayer (or a summary of a long prayer) it is continuous (and a prayer itself); keep praying it. Grace, Love and Fellowship sustains for/in the race.
So I pray that the Grace of Our Lord Jesus Christ, the Love of God and the Sweet fellowship of the Holy Spirit always tabernacle with you. Amen.
Remain forever blessed.