Troas, Paul anxiously awaited some report of their reaction, through Titus.
One can imagine Paul rushing to the dock as ships from Macedonia came to unload, fervently scanning the vessels for some sign of Titus. Finallly, unable to find peace of mind, he left his ministry in Troas to seek out Titus in Macedonia.
News from Titus at last calmed Paul. The Corinthians had indeed repented (7:7-9) and wanted to restore ties with him. Feeling encouraged, Paul contemplated a third visit as he wrote 2 Corinthians. He used the letter to rebuild his relationship with them and to spell out his reasons for coming.
Life Questions: Have you ever experienced a tear in a relationship like the one described here? How have you found healing? |
