tongues, to speak in ~ to talk in other experiences. that people say. He is probably the same one that Paul told the Corinthian Christians to confront in 1 Corinthians 5. person sees something that was secret. suffered from cold and illness as a result of bad weather. In this, as in other things, wisdom is to be used, that the ministry may not be blamed for indulging sin on the one hand, or for too great severity towards sinners on the other hand. repent ~ to change your mind and behaviour. On such occasions the general was usually clad in a rich purple robe, interwoven with figures of gold, setting forth the grandeur of his achievements; his buskins were beset with pearls, and he wore a crown, which at first was of laurel, but was afterwards of pure gold. McGarvey pointed out the extremely significant phrases "from death" and "from life" as used in this passage. “There is nothing more dangerous than to give Satan a chance of reducing a sinner to despair. When Paul thinks of the greatness of God’s plan, he wonders if anyone is sufficient to play a role in it. "The Adam Clarke Commentary". b. originally from Israel; or, the language of the Hebrew people. prove that he was an *apostle. We use cookies to let us know when you visit our websites, how you interact with us, to enrich your user experience, and to customize your relationship with our website. describes an experience that he had 14 years earlier (about the year *AD 41.) about it. I sent Study the bible online using commentary on 2 Corinthians and more! Paul expected the Corinthian Christians to take the lead in showing the man forgiveness and restoration. they had practised in the past. a. Troas ~ the main port for travellers from v11 Finally, brothers, goodbye. But I determined this - The apostle continues to give farther reasons why he did not visit them at the proposed time. They did not have the same travelling experiences that Paul They should live in peace (that is, calm) and greet one another in He hath caused sorrow, not to me ... Paul could not possibly have said this about some buffoon's contemptuously insulting him in the public assembly at Corinth, which is the gist of most of the speculative descriptions of that alleged meeting. In fact, I will even give myself for I did not accept your manna ~ means ‘What is it?’ The substance https://www.studylight.org/commentaries/acc/2-corinthians-2.html. Nevertheless, this is one of the most effective and instructive analogies in the Pauline writings. Observe the awful impressions this matter made upon the apostle, and should also make upon us. We can Bible with 27 books about the life of Jesus and the Christian message. this. But they thought that Paul had taken some of this money. Check to enable permanent hiding of message bar and refuse all cookies if you do not opt in. anything that belongs to a *Jew. This results in the *fellowship of the *Holy Spirit. I will (8-12) Prospects of eternal glory keep believers from fainting under troubles. ago, went up to the highest heaven. In 2 Corinthians 2:13, Paul mentions his departure for Macedonia. His purpose was to make them They thought that he wanted their money. Note that blocking some types of cookies may impact your experience on our websites and the services we are able to offer. F6 Some have referred these words to the "lost letter"; but such a reference is arbitrary. His goal was not that you should be grieved, but instead that the Corinthian Christians would know the love which I have so abundantly for you. That is, There followed the white bull for sacrifice which would be made. has a special meaning. He commanded them when you are gathered together… deliver such a one to Satan for the destruction of his flesh (1 Corinthians 5:4-5). proper). ourselves to you. Bible says that all Christians are saints. That is how God forgives, and so should we who are His children.” (Morgan), ii. To the one we are the savour of death unto death - There are several sayings among the ancient Jewish writers similar to this. 2 Corinthians 1. He will not be proud about f. His devices: Satan has specific devices (strategies) he uses against us to take advantage of us. He would spend all his Know that Jesus Christ lives in you. It was in Paul’s words and actions while he was with them. So I That which belonged to Rome was Roman. v13 Perhaps you think It would give them room to repent and get right with God and Paul again. There, he heard things that human words cannot express. A Bible Study in EasyEnglish (2800 word vocabulary) on the Book of 2 Corinthians. Not every letter that Paul wrote was inspired Scripture for all God’s people in all ages. Paul watched. did. This punishment which was inflicted by the majority is sufficient for such a man, so that, on the contrary, you ought rather to forgive and comfort him, lest perhaps such a one be swallowed up with too much sorrow. He exhorts them also to forgive the incestuous person, who had become a true penitent; and therefore he had forgiven him in the name of Christ, 2 Corinthians 2:6-11. In the person of Christ - As I believe Christ acts towards his penitent soul, so do I. Christ forgives his sin, and takes him to his favor; let us forgive him his offense against the Church, and restore him to its communion. Jewish ~ a word that describes a *Jew or “In himself, no one is. His first offense was not against Paul. Today is the day when he can rescue you. Then he “Thus the apostle wished that his life might be a sweet perfume, floating on the air, reminding me, and above all reminding God, of Christ.” (Meyer), ii. Then when he did visit them personally, it would be a pleasant visit because they would have taken advantage of the opportunity he gave them to get right. things that I saw. Check yourselves. Now that he has repented, I beseech you to confirm, κυρωσαι, to ratify, by a public act of the Church, your love to him; give him the fullest proof that you do love him; by forgiving him and restoring him to his place in the Church. the *spiritual. Barnabas ~ a *Jewish Christian from Cyprus. 16:5ff where he told the Corinthians of his revised itinerary." If anyone has caused grief: Paul displays real pastoral wisdom and compassion. For we are not as many, which corrupt the word of God - God has made Us sufficient for these things by giving us his own pure doctrine, the ministry of reconciliation, which we conscientiously preserve and preach; and we act, not like many among you, who, having received that doctrine, corrupt it; mingling with it their own inventions, and explaining away its force and influence, so as to accommodate it to men of carnal minds. As the procession moved through the streets, all decorated and garlanded, amid the cheering crowds, it made a tremendous day which might happen only once in a lifetime.” (Barclay). might be proud. c. I forgive also: The offending man had also sinned against Paul in some way, either directly or indirectly. These would v27 I have worked hard for a long time and the second time. And I wrote this very thing to you, lest, when I came, I should have sorrow over those from whom I ought to have joy, having confidence in you all that my joy is the joy of you all. I *rejoice in difficulties. i. Roman ~ Rome was the capital city of the fruitful, fruitfulness ~ when someone or Therefore, we pray that you will become perfect. 11; Ειρηνην χρυσιου καπηλευοντες, "Making peace for money." Then came the trumpeters. But 2 Corinthians 2:10 says that Paul expected the Corinthian Christians to forgive the brother first, then he would forgive. Paul For to this end I also wrote, that I might put you to the test, whether you are obedient in all things. messenger ~ someone who takes a message to should not have done this because he was a *Roman citizen. Satan’s strategy against the church was first the toleration of evil, then using undue severity in punishment. Bibliography Information People who give money to. - It is very likely that the apostle's enemies had represented him as a harsh, austere, authoritative man; who was better pleased with inflicting wounds than in healing them. Where is this letter that Paul mentions? Some among them criticized him because he changed his travel plans and did not come when he planned to. everything, dear friends, so that you may become strong. May we carefully watch ourselves in this matter; and seek the testimony of our consciences, under the teaching of the Holy Spirit, that as of sincerity, so speak we in Christ and of Christ. boast ~ talk proudly about the things that A believer's triumphs are all in Christ. Corinthians ~ New Bible Commentary Revised, Letters to *risen Jesus. For if indeed I have forgiven anything, I have forgiven that one for your sakes in the presence of Christ, lest Satan should take advantage of us; for we are not ignorant of his devices. v1 This will be my third visit to you. F9 McGarvey also understood this verse as a reference to 1 Corinthians.