2 Corinthians 4

Paul's description of gospel ministry as treasure in clay jars emphasizes how divine power operates through human weakness rather than impressive external credentials or circumstances. His catalog of afflictions—pressed but not crushed, perplexed but not driven to despair—illustrates how apostolic suffering participates in Christ's death while revealing resurrection life. The teaching that present light momentary affliction produces eternal weight of glory demonstrates how proper perspective transforms suffering from obstacle to opportunity for spiritual growth.