2 Corinthians 7:6

But God, who encourages the downcast, has encouraged us by the arrival of Titus.

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Nevertheless God, that comforteth those that are cast down, comforted us by the coming of Titus;

In Context

5Ever since we reached Macedonia, we have had no rest in body or mind; on every side there have been troubles – conflicts without, anxieties within.

7And it is not only by his arrival that we are encouraged, but also by the encouragement which he received from you; for he tells us of your strong affection, your penitence, and your zeal on my behalf – so that I am happier still.

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Cross References

John 14:16and I will ask the Father, and he will give you another helper, to be with you always – the Spirit of truth.

1 Corinthians 16:17I am glad Stephanas and Fortunatus and Achaicus have come, for they have made up for your absence;

2 Corinthians 2:13I could get no peace of mind because I failed to find Titus, my friend; so I took leave of the people there, and went on to Macedonia.

Matthew Henry on 2 Corinthians 7:6-12

Various Exhortations. ( a. d. 57.) 5 For, when we were come into Macedonia, our flesh had no rest, but we were troubled on every side; without were fightings, within were fears. 6 Nevertheless God, that comforteth those that are cast down, comforted us by the coming of Titus; 7 And not by his coming only, but by the consolation wherewith he was comforted in you, when he told us your earnest desire, your mourning, your fervent mind toward me; so that I rejoiced the more. 8 For though I made you sorry with a letter,… Read the whole commentary →

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