Read 2 Cor 7.2-16. In 7.2-16: Paul rejoices over the church's repentance. In verse 2: These charges explain his defense in 2.17 and 4.2. In verse 3: I said before: When is not certain; possibly 4.12. In verse 5: This resumes the discussion in 2.12-13. In verses 6-7: The consolation Paul received from Titus' good report about Corinth is expressed in the opening prayer (1.3-7). In verse 8: This the "tearful letter" mentioned earlier (2.3-4, 9), probably chs. 10-13. In verses 9-13: Godly grief, literally "grief according to God," results in God's reconciling love (5.18-21). Either the congregations repentance is in view-they finally sided with Paul (v. 12)--or the individual who did the wrong admitted it (2.7). This is one of the few times repentance occurs in Paul's letters (12.21; Rom 2.4). In verses 13b-16: These remarks confirm Titus' pivotal role in the crisis. Comments or Questions..
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