2 Corinthians 7:1
VERSE 1 Because such adoption is promised, we should cleanse the inward man so we will be pure for God's entrance. We should fear his wrath at finding a dirty dwelling place.... [ Continue Reading ]
VERSE 1 Because such adoption is promised, we should cleanse the inward man so we will be pure for God's entrance. We should fear his wrath at finding a dirty dwelling place.... [ Continue Reading ]
VERSE 2 Paul now makes an appeal for them to make room in their hearts for him. They had no reason to be closed against him since he had not led any man into sin, or corrupted any man's morals or faith, or defrauded anyone out of their money.... [ Continue Reading ]
VERSE 3 He did now say these things to condemn them as if they were ungrateful or falsely accusing him. As he had told them before, he would have like to live and die with them.... [ Continue Reading ]
VERSE 4 Paul's love for them was so great that it allowed him to speak openly with them about problems. He also told others of their good deeds and was glad to suffer in their behalf.... [ Continue Reading ]
VERSE 5 He was so concerned for them that he could not rest until he heard from them. This verse continues the thoughts of 2 Corinthians 2:12-13. Paul faced outward trials while inwardly worrying about the Corinthian reaction to his earlier letter.... [ Continue Reading ]
VERSE 6 Just as God comforts all who are downtrodden, he comforted Paul with Titus' appearance.... [ Continue Reading ]
VERSE 7 Not only was Titus' report encouraging, but also the effect it had on him. Titus must have been visibly satisfied with the results. Titus told of the Corinthian sorrow at having grieved Paul. He also told of their desire (longing) to see Paul and enthusiasm at carrying out his instructions.... [ Continue Reading ]
VERSE 8 Paul had been worried about the effect of his stern writing. Now, he was happy because it had moved them to sorrow.... [ Continue Reading ]
VERSE 9 He was happy over their sorrow because it was Godly sorrow that moved them to repent. Paul was happy because the letter had caused no damage but, rather, good was done.... [ Continue Reading ]
VERSE 10 Sorrow that comes out of faith in God and desire to please him will cause the sorrowful to desire to change. Such sorrow will bring happiness because salvation of the one made sorry is the end result. On the other hand, a sorrow based on worldly considerations (such as, sorrow for being cau... [ Continue Reading ]
VERSE 11 The very case of the Corinthians is a good example of the good effects of godly sorrow. It caused them to quit being indifferent about their state and start showing concern. They wanted to wipe the sin away and make restitution. It upset them that they had been so lax in their attitude towa... [ Continue Reading ]
VERSE 12 Paul's goal in writing was not to straighten out a problem between two individuals, though the incestuous man was wrong and he had wronged his father. The greater cause for the letter was to see that they followed an inspired apostle's instruction and did what was right in God's sight.... [ Continue Reading ]
VERSE 13 Because they received Paul's message and turned back to God, Paul was comforted. Paul had further joy in that Titus had not been depressed but uplifted. It appears that Titus had misgivings about delivering the letter to Corinth.... [ Continue Reading ]
VERSE 14 It further seems Paul had eased these misgivings by telling Titus that the gospel would be well received by the Corinthians. Paul was not made ashamed because their actions had verified the truthfulness of his statements concerning their loyalty.... [ Continue Reading ]
VERSE 15 Titus' love for the Corinthians had grown because of their fearful response to the message of truth delivered.... [ Continue Reading ]
VERSE 16 Paul's confidence in them had also been strengthened. He was assured that they would strive to do what was right in God's eyes.... [ Continue Reading ]