Bible In A Year | Read: 2 Corinthians 7
In addition to our own encouragement, we were especially delighted to see how happy Titus was, because his spirit has been refreshed by all of you. 14 I had boasted to him about you, and you have not embarrassed me. But just as everything we said to you was true, so our boasting about you to Titus has proved to be true as well. 15 And his affection for you is all the greater when he remembers that you were all obedient, receiving him with fear and trembling. 16 I am glad I can have complete confidence in you. 2 Corinthians 7:13-16
Overview of Chapter
Paul talks about the conflict which existed between him and the people in Corinth which has now been resolved. Paul was suffering from the conflict because he cared about them and wanted the problems to be resolved. That suffering forced him to confront the issue in ways that caused him pain, but had a positive result.
When there is conflict in a relationship, it is painful to address it. Ignoring it turns out to be an uncaring response. If we cared for the other person, we would want it resolved as soon as possible. In 1 Corinthians, Paul taught love, but love sometimes requires directly talking about an issue with the goal of restoring the relationship.
Action Steps
Bible: What is God showing me? What am I going to do about it?
Bless: Serve one person through word, action, or gift today.
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