Moreover I call God for a record upon my soul, that to spare you I came not as yet unto Corinth.
I'm calling God as my witness here, the only reason I haven't come to Corinth yet is because I was trying to spare you from a difficult conversation.
Sometimes love means waiting for the right moment to have hard conversations.
📚 Historical Context
In the first century AD, the Apostle Paul wrote his second letter to the Corinthians to defend his ministry and address ongoing conflicts in the church, such as divisions and challenges from false teachers. Paul explains that he delayed his planned visit to Corinth to avoid causing them additional pain, as they were already struggling with these issues. By calling God as a witness to his intentions, Paul emphasizes his sincere care for their spiritual well-being.
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