Paul boasts in his weakness to access the power of Christ, believing that praising Christ's sufficiency strengthens him to endure trials.
Paul hopes the Corinthians will resolve their issues before his arrival to avoid having to rebuke them, emphasizing his desire for their spiritual growth and obedience.
Paul describes spiritual warfare as waging war through prayer, faith, truth, and obedience, aiming to bring truth to light and punish disobedience.
Paul's vision of the third heaven, where God dwells, is significant as it provides him with profound spiritual insights and a lifelong trial (thorn in the flesh) that keeps him humble.
Paul views the Corinthians as his spiritual children, deeply invested in their spiritual well-being and growth, akin to a parent's care for their kids.
Paul suggests the Corinthians examine themselves to see if they truly know and love Jesus, testing their faith to ensure it is authentic and evidenced by their lives.
Paul's thorn in the flesh, a lifelong trial, is allowed by God to keep him humble, serving as a canvas to display God's strength.
Paul refuses financial support to avoid any suspicion of impure motives, ensuring his ministry to them is free of charge and thus pure in intent.
Paul warns the Corinthians about false apostles who distort the gospel, taking advantage of them financially and spiritually, and urges them to discern the truth.
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