2 Corinthians 7:9

Contemporary English Version 1995

Now I am happy, but not because I hurt your feelings. It is because God used your hurt feelings to make you turn back to him, and none of you were harmed by us.

Cross References

Luke 15:7

Jesus said, “In the same way there is more happiness in heaven because of one sinner who turns to God than over 99 good people who don't need to.”

Acts 20:21

I told Jews and Gentiles to turn to God and have faith in our Lord Jesus.

Ecclesiastes 7:3

Choose sorrow over laughter because a sad face may hide a happy heart.

Psalm 38:18

I told you my sins, and I am sorry for them.

2 Corinthians 1:12

We can be proud of our clear conscience. We have always lived honestly and sincerely, especially when we were with you. And we were guided by God's gift of undeserved grace instead of by the wisdom of this world.

Luke 15:10

Jesus said, “In the same way God's angels are happy when even one person turns to him.”

Zechariah 12:10

I, the Lord, will make the descendants of David and the people of Jerusalem feel deep sorrow and pray when they see the one they pierced with a spear. They will mourn and weep for him, as parents weep over the death of their only child or their first-born.

Luke 15:32

But we should be glad and celebrate! Your brother was dead, but he is now alive. He was lost and has now been found.”

Matthew 3:8

Do something to show you have really given up your sins.

2 Corinthians 7:8

I don't feel bad anymore, even though my letter hurt your feelings. I did feel bad at first, but I don't now. I know that the letter hurt you for a while.