2 Corinthians 2:9

I had this further object, also, in what I wrote — to ascertain whether you might be relied upon to be obedient in everything.

Twentieth Century New Testament

In The King James Version

For to this end also did I write, that I might know the proof of you, whether ye be obedient in all things.

In Context

8So I entreat you to assure him of your love.

10When you forgive a man anything, I forgive him, too. Indeed, for my part, whatever I have forgiven (if I have had to forgive anything), I have forgiven for your sakes, in the presence of Christ,

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Cross References

2 Corinthians 7:12So, then, even though I did write to you, it was not for the sake of the wrong-doer, or of the man who was wronged, but to make you conscious, in the sight of God, of your own earnest care for us. And it is this that has encouraged us.

2 Corinthians 10:6and are fully prepared to punish every act of rebellion, when once your submission is complete.

Philippians 2:22But you know what Timothy has proved himself to be, and how, like a child working for his father, he worked hard with me in spreading the Good News.

Philemon 1:21Even as I write, I have such confidence in your compliance with my wishes, that I am sure that you will do even more than I am asking.

Matthew Henry on 2 Corinthians 2:6-12

Case of the Incestuous Person. ( a. d. 57.) 5 But if any have caused grief, he hath not grieved me, but in part: that I may not overcharge you all. 6 Sufficient to such a man is this punishment, which was inflicted of many. 7 So that contrariwise ye ought rather to forgive him, and comfort him, lest perhaps such a one should be swallowed up with overmuch sorrow. 8 Wherefore I beseech you that ye would confirm your love toward him. 9 For to this end also did I write, that I might know the proof of you, whether ye… Read the whole commentary →

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