II Corinthians 7:12
The Scripture
(12) Wherefore, though I wrote unto you, I did it not for his cause that had done the wrong, nor for his cause that suffered wrong, but that our care for you in the sight of God might appear unto you.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)
Paul rejoiced that his earlier severe letter, though it caused the Corinthians sorrow, produced godly sorrow leading to repentance rather than worldly sorrow leading to death. He expressed great comfort and joy at Titus's report of their earnest care, longing, and zeal on Paul's behalf.
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Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
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