2 Corinthians 2
Why did Paul decide not to come to the believers in Corinth again until he first wrote this letter to them? What did he want them to work out before he came to them and why? vs.1-11
Paul wrote, so that when he came, he would not have sorrow from those who ought to make him rejoice.
v.1 That’s why I decided not to make another visit that could only be painful to both of us.
v.2 If by merely showing up I would put you in an embarrassingly painful position, how would you then be free to cheer and refresh me?
v.3 That was my reason for writing a letter instead of coming—so I wouldn’t have to spend a miserable time disappointing the very friends I had looked forward to cheering me up. I was convinced at the time I wrote it that what was best for me was also best for you. [MSG]
Paul wanted them to forgive and comfort the man they were all punishing so that the man wouldn't be overwhelmed by excessive sorrow. They were to reaffirm their love for the man.
If forgiveness was not given to the one who had caused sorrow to Paul and the others, who would be using the circumstance to weaken them? vs.11
satan;
Forgive ... so that no advantage would be taken of us by satan, for we are not ignorant of his schemes.
When Paul had doors open for the gospel's message in Troas, why couldn't his spirit rest? vs. 13
He didn't find Titus there.
Where did he go after that? vs. 13
Paul went on to Macedonia.
What did Paul say God manifests through them wherever they may be, whether among the believers or the non-believers? vs.14-16
The sweet aroma of the knowledge of Christ was manifested through them; the fragrance of Christ to God; an aroma of death to the non-believers and an aroma of life to the believers.
Paul acknowledged that he was inadequate for the task of sharing Christ with all men, but what did he know about the motive of his heart before the Lord? vs. 16-17.
In Christ, we speak before God with sincerity, as those sent from God.
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