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Boldness Born of Love
Commentators explain that Paul's "boldness of speech" was not harshness, but the frank and open communication of a true friend. Because of his deep affection and confidence in the Corinthians, he could speak freely about their faults and also "glory" or boast about their strengths to others. This models a healthy spiritual relationship built on trust and love.
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2 Corinthians
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Albert Barnes
On 2 Corinthians 7:4
18th Century
Theologian
Great is my boldness of speech toward you. This verse seems designed to soften the apparent harshness of what he had said ([Reference 2 Co…
AT Robertson
On 2 Corinthians 7:4
I overflow with joy in all our affliction (υπερπερισσευομα τη χαρα επ παση τη θλιψε ημων). A thoroughly Pauline sentiment. Περισσε…
Charles Ellicott
On 2 Corinthians 7:4
19th Century
Bishop
Great is my boldness of speech.—The context shows that he is not apologizing for bold and plain speaking, but uses the word as implying co…
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On 2 Corinthians 7:4
After this brief digression (6:14–7:1) Paul renews his appeal (cf. 6:13) for the Corinthians’ full affection. He knows of nothing in his past condu…
John Calvin
On 2 Corinthians 7:4
16th Century
Theologian
Great is my boldness. Now, as if he had obtained the enlargement of heart from the Corinthians that he had desired, he stops complaining a…
John Gill
On 2 Corinthians 7:4
17th Century
Pastor
Great is my boldness of speech towards you
Or "liberty of speaking", which I use with you; I very freely, and without any disg…
Matthew Henry
On 2 Corinthians 7:1–4
17th Century
Minister
The promises of God are strong reasons for us to follow after holiness; we must cleanse ourselves from all filthiness of flesh and spirit. If we ho…