2 Corinthians Chapters 1

Questions and Answers

Paul was an apostle of whom?

Jesus Christ

II Corinthians was written to whom?

The church of God which is at Corinth, with all the saints who are in all Achaia

Paul said grace to you and peace from whom?

God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ

Paul said God is Father of mercies and all what?

Comfort Signup and view all the answers

When does God comfort us?

In all our tribulation Signup and view all the answers

Why does God comfort us in all of our tribulation?

That we may be able to comfort those who are in any trouble Signup and view all the answers

The sufferings of Christ abound in whom?

Us (Paul and fellow workers) Signup and view all the answers

Our consolation abounds through whom?

Christ Signup and view all the answers

For what reason did Paul tell the Corinthians we are afflicted or comforted?

For your consolation and salvation Signup and view all the answers

Why did Paul say being afflicted for your consolation and salvation was effective?

For enduring the same sufferings which we also suffer Signup and view all the answers

Paul said our hope for you is what?

Steadfast Signup and view all the answers

Paul told the Corinthians that because they are partakers of the sufferings, so also they will partake of what?

The consolation Signup and view all the answers

Paul told the Corinthians he didn't want them to be ignorant of their trouble that came from where?

Asia Signup and view all the answers

What was the trouble Paul said he experienced in Asia?

They were burdened beyond measure, above strength, so that they despaired even of life Signup and view all the answers

Why did Paul believe they had the sentence of death in themselves while they were in Asia?

Not trust in themselves, but in God who raises the dead Signup and view all the answers

How did the Corinthians help to deliver Paul and his fellow workers from a great death?

In prayer for them Signup and view all the answers

Paul said their boasting is the testimony of what?

Their conscience Signup and view all the answers

How did Paul say they conducted themselves in the world?

In simplicity and godly sincerity Signup and view all the answers

Paul said they are not writing any other things to them than what?

What you read or understand Signup and view all the answers

After coming from Macedonia, where did Paul want the Corinthians to help him on his way to?

Judea Signup and view all the answers

The son of God, Jesus Christ was preached among the Corinthians by whom?

Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy Signup and view all the answers

Paul said he who establishes us with you in Christ and has anointed us is who?

God Signup and view all the answers

Paul said God sealed them and gave them what as a guarantee?

The Spirit in our hearts Signup and view all the answers

Paul, calling God as witness against his soul, said that to spare the Corinthians he did what?

Came no more to Corinth Signup and view all the answers

Paul told the Corinthians we do not have what over your faith?

Dominion Signup and view all the answers

Paul told the Corinthians we are fellow workers for your what?

Joy Signup and view all the answers

Paul determined within himself that he would not come again to them in what?

Sorrow Signup and view all the answers

Paul said for if I make you sorrowful, then who is he who does what?

Makes me glad Signup and view all the answers

How did Paul say he wrote to the Corinthians?

Out of much affliction and anguish of heart and with many tears Signup and view all the answers

Why did Paul write to the Corinthians with many tears?

That you might know the love which I have so abundantly for you Signup and view all the answers

Paul said this punishment which was inflicted by the majority is what for such a man?

Sufficient Signup and view all the answers

Paul said this punishment which was inflicted by the majority is sufficient for such a man, so on the contrary, you ought to do what?

Forgive and comfort him, lest perhaps such a one be swallowed up with too much sorrow Signup and view all the answers

After Paul spoke to the Corinthians about forgiving and reaffirming their love to the man who was punished by the majority, he said he wrote this to test them to see if they were what?

Obedient in all things Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Introduction to 2 Corinthians

Paul identifies himself as an apostle of Jesus Christ.
The letter is addressed to the church of God in Corinth and all saints in Achaia.

Greetings and Spiritual Comfort

Paul greets the recipients with grace and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.
God is described as the Father of mercies and the source of all comfort.

Purpose of Comfort

God comforts believers in all tribulations to empower them to comfort others in trouble.
The sufferings of Christ are said to abound in Paul and his fellow workers, yet their consolation also abounds through Christ.

Afflictions and Hope

Paul emphasizes that both afflictions and comfort serve for the consolation and salvation of the Corinthians.
Hope in the Corinthians is characterized as steadfast, linked to shared sufferings and future consolation.

Paul's Troubles in Asia

Paul speaks of great challenges faced in Asia, feeling burdened beyond measure and despaired of life.
His experiences lead him to rely not on himself, but on God who raises the dead.

The Role of Prayer

The Corinthians play a vital role in delivering Paul through their prayers, highlighting the power of collective support.

Conduct and Integrity

Paul expresses confidence in his conduct, indicating transparency and sincerity in communication with the Corinthians.
He reassures them that he only writes what they can read and understand clearly.

Paul’s Plans

After visiting Macedonia, Paul seeks the Corinthians' assistance on his journey to Judea.
He clarifies that Jesus Christ was preached among them by Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy.

God's Assurance

Paul assures that God establishes and anoints believers, sealing them with the Spirit as a guarantee of His presence.

Paul’s Care for the Corinthians

To spare the Corinthians further pain, Paul refrains from visiting them again, indicating his pastoral concern.
He emphasizes that he does not have dominion over their faith, but works alongside them for their joy.

Emotional Tone of Paul's Writing

Paul communicates his heartfelt approach in writing to them, expressing deep anguish and affection.
His emotional expression is meant to convey the profound love he has for the Corinthians.

Discipline and Forgiveness

Paul addresses the punishment given to a man by the majority, deeming it sufficient and urging forgiveness and comfort instead of further sorrow.
This approach tests the obedience and unity of the Corinthians in following Paul's guidance.

Conclusion of Affection and Responsibility

The letter underlines Paul's profound care for the church's well-being and the importance of maintaining communal relationships through love and forgiveness.

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