II Corinthians 7:8
The Scripture
(8) For though I made you sorry with a letter, I do not repent, though I did repent: for I perceive that the same epistle hath made you sorry, though it were but for a season.
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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