2 Corinthians 2:9

The Passion Translation

You see, I wrote previously in order to see if your hearts would pass the test and if you were willing to follow my counsel in everything.

Cross References

2 Corinthians 10:6

Since we are armed with such dynamic weaponry, we stand ready to punish any trace of rebellion, as soon as you choose complete obedience.

Philemon 1:21

I’m writing to you with confidence that you will comply with my request and do even more than what I’m asking.

Philippians 2:22

You already know about his excellent reputation, since he has served alongside me as a loyal son in the work of ministry.

2 Thessalonians 3:14

Take special note of anyone who won’t obey what we have written and stay away from them, so that they would be ashamed and get turned around.

Philippians 2:12

My beloved ones, just like you’ve always listened to everything I’ve taught you in the past, I’m asking you now to keep following my instructions as though I were right there with you. Now you must continue to make this new life fully manifested as you live in the holy awe of God—which brings you trembling into his presence.

2 Corinthians 8:24

So demonstrate to them how much you love, and prove that our boasting of you is justified.

2 Corinthians 2:3

And this was the very point I made in my letter, for I didn’t want to come and find sadness filling the very ones who should give me cheer. But I’m confident that you will do what’s right so that my joyous delight will be yours.

2 Corinthians 2:4

I wrote you previously sobbing and with a broken heart. I was filled with anguish and deep distress. I had no intention of causing you pain but to convey the overwhelming measure of my love for you.

2 Corinthians 2:8

I beg you to reaffirm your deep love for him.

2 Corinthians 8:2

For even during a season of severe difficulty, tremendous suffering, and extreme poverty, their super-abundant joy overflowed into an act of extravagant generosity.