2 Corinthians 1:15 Meaning
And in this confidence I was minded to come unto you before, that ye might have a second benefit;
Context Explained
13For we write none other things unto you, than what ye read or acknowledge; and I trust ye shall acknowledge even to the end;
14As also ye have acknowledged us in part, that we are your rejoicing, even as ye also are our's in the day of the Lord Jesus.
15And in this confidence I was minded to come unto you before, that ye might have a second benefit;
16And to pass by you into Macedonia, and to come again out of Macedonia unto you, and of you to be brought on my way toward Judaea.
17When I therefore was thus minded, did I use lightness? or the things that I purpose, do I purpose according to the flesh, that with me there should be yea yea, and nay nay?
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Philippians 1:25
Both verses express the desire to benefit others through ministry.
1 Thessalonians 3:10
Similar themes of encouraging and strengthening fellow believers are present.
2 Corinthians 7:13
This verse discusses the joy and comfort found in the faith of others.
Source: 2 Corinthians 1:15