2 Corinthians 1:15-20

A Change in Plans

Since they had mutual pride and respect for one another, Paul had confidently planned to visit them on the way to and from Macedonia, but had changed plans to give them time to correct the problems he addressed in the first letter. If they made the corrections, their visit would obviously be better. Too, God had blessed him with a great opportunity in Ephesus (1 Corinthians 16:5-9; Acts 191-40. Because they were important to him, he had changed his plans from two short visits to one longer visit so they might receive extra teaching and strength. He thought so highly of them that he wanted the Corinthians to see him off on his journey to take money to the needy saints in Judea (2 Corinthians 1:15-16).

Paul asked the Corinthians if he acted like an unscrupulous person of this world who would promise one thing and do another with light regard for his honor. The apostle went on to tell them that he was just like the God he had preached to them. God was good to his word and so his servant Paul was true to his word. He, unlike a crooked politician, would not affirm and deny the same statement (2 Corinthians 1:17-18).

Silas, Timothy and Paul had all preached and worked together during the apostle's first visit in Corinth (Acts 18:5). They had, on that first visit, preached a Christ who kept his promises. No matter how many promises God makes, he will keep them all. God also sent Jesus to be the "Amen". He came to say "So be it" to all of God's promises (2 Corinthians 1:19-20).