Paul’s Heartfelt Appeal to the Corinthians (2 Corinthians 12:11–21)
In this passage, Paul defends his work among the Corinthians and highlights the marks of a true apostle. He reminds them that he never burdened them financially and longs to spend himself for their benefit. Paul announces his plan to visit a third time, not for their possessions but for their spiritual growth. He contrasts parental love with being cared for by children and asks if his deeper love will lead to less affection in return. He warns of discord, jealousy, fits of rage, selfish ambition, slander, gossip, arrogance and disorder among them. Paul fears finding unrepentant impurity and calls the community to humility, repentance and unity for their own strengthening.
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