2 Corinthians 1:12-3:6

I am making up for Saturday and posting both Saturday and Monday today.

In Chapter 1 and the beginning of 2, Paul talks about why he didn't visit the Corinthians again. He wanted to, and he says he wasn't like some people int he world who change their minds about everything. He took the decision seriously and decided not to visit. I think this is an example of how we should follow up on our word. I know I can be accused of not following through on things and I think that hurts my character and reputation. Paul says we shouldn't say yes and no in the same breath.

People in Corinth continued to question Paul's authority and whether or not they should really listen to him. After all he wasn't one of the 12 disciples nor was he a follower of Jesus when he was on earth. Paul continued to fight this battle of people doubting, and at the end of chapter 2 he kind of tells them that he doesn't need official documentation or letters. Just look at the lives of the people that he has impacted. Look at the churches that he has started. They are his letters. His verification that he is doing the Lord's work.