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I rejoice that in everything I am of good courage concerning you.
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A Bridge to Generosity
Multiple commentators (Barnes, Gill, Expositor's) highlight that this verse is not just a conclusion but a strategic bridge. Paul expresses his renewed confidence in the Corinthians to prepare them for his next major topic: the collection for the poor saints in Jerusalem (chapters 8-9). His praise builds a foundation for the significant request he is about to make.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
I rejoice, therefore, that I have confidence, and so on. I have had the most ample proof that you are disposed to obey God and to put away…
I am of good courage (θαρρω). The outcome has brought joy, courage, and hope to Paul.
19th Century
Anglican
I rejoice therefore that I have confidence in you in all things.—Most of the better manuscripts omit “therefore,” which may have been inse…
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The Corinthian Christians had originally received Titus “with fear and trembling,” afraid (cf. v.11) that they would fail to meet their obligations…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
I rejoice therefore that I have confidence in you in all things . ] That I can speak freely and boldly to you, reprove, a…
The apostle was not disappointed regarding them, as he indicated to Titus; and he could with joy declare the confidence he had in them for the futu…
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13th Century
Catholic
Here the Apostle gives the reason why he rejoices over them; then he draws his conclusion, in which he does two things. First, he reveals the inten…
