Paul reflects on his ministry in Troas, expressing both anxiety for Titus and gratitude to God. He emphasizes the transformative power of the new covenant and the importance of living by the Spirit.
Paul chose not to visit Corinth to avoid further grief, emphasizing love in correction, urging forgiveness, and promoting restoration over punishment, while cautioning against allowing bitterness to divide the church.
Paul opens by affirming his apostolic authority for the Corinthian church, emphasizing God's comfort, love, and reliance on Him.