And in this confidence I was minded to come unto you before, that ye might have a second benefit;
I was so sure about our relationship that I planned to visit you first, so you could get blessed twice, once when I came through, and again on my way back.
Paul wanted to double up on the good vibes by visiting twice.
📚 Historical Context
In the first century AD, the Apostle Paul wrote his second letter to the Corinthians to address misunderstandings about his ministry and to explain his travel plans amid growing tensions in the early church. Paul had already visited Corinth during his missionary journeys, establishing the church there, and he expressed confidence in his relationship with them as he planned a return visit to provide further spiritual encouragement. This verse reflects the relational dynamics of Paul's apostolic work in a Roman province where churches faced internal and external challenges.
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