2 Corinthians 2

Commentary

In 2 Corinthians 2, Paul is addressing the church in Corinth and encouraging them to forgive and restore a man who had sinned against them. He begins by reminding them of the comfort and encouragement they have received from God, and how they should extend that same grace to their fellow brother. He then goes on to explain that the punishment for the man’s sin should be sufficient, and that they should not add to it by withholding forgiveness. Paul then encourages them to forgive and restore the man, so that the church can be unified and the man can be restored to fellowship. Paul then goes on to explain that the church should not be influenced by the world’s standards of justice, but rather should be guided by the standards of grace and mercy that God has set forth. He also warns them against taking revenge, as it is not their place to do so. Finally, Paul encourages them to be generous in their forgiveness and to be willing to forgive even those who have wronged them multiple times. Overall, Paul is reminding the church in Corinth of the importance of forgiveness and restoration. He is encouraging them to be generous in their forgiveness and to be guided by the standards of grace and mercy that God has set forth. He is also warning them against taking revenge, as it is not their place to do so.