2 Corinthians 2:1-8 ▼

1 So I made up my mind not to make another painful visit to you.

2 For if I grieve you, who is left to cheer me but those whom I have grieved?

3 I wrote as I did so that on my arrival I would not be saddened by those who ought to make me rejoice. I had confidence in all of you, that you would share my joy.

4 For through many tears I wrote you out of great distress and anguish of heart, not to grieve you but to let you know how much I love you.

5 Now if anyone has caused grief, he has not grieved me but all of you— to some degree, not to overstate it.

6 The punishment imposed on him by the majority is sufficient for him.

7 So instead, you ought to forgive and comfort him, so that he will not be overwhelmed by excessive sorrow.

8 Therefore I urge you to reaffirm your love for him.