Blanton T. Spirit and Covenant Renewal: A Theologoumenon of Paul’s Opponents in 2 Corinthians

JBL 129, no. 1 (2010): 129–151.The apostle Paul found conflict throughout his service, but it may be difficult to understand these conflicts since the reader often only knows his side. This article attempts to reconstruct the position of the missionary rivals whose legitimacy Paul attempts to undermine in 2 Corinthians. Understanding this conflict can explain Paul's own message better, as he tries to distinguish it from others.