2 CORINTHIANS 13

PAUL'S FINAL APPEAL FOR PEACE + UNITY

Paul offers a final warning to the Corinthians and desires for his next visit to Corinth to reflect more repentance and reliance on God. Paul warns that although Christ was crucified in weakness, God still reigns in strength and power among the Corinthians. Paul calls for the believers to examine themselves and evaluate their faith in Jesus. He prays for the Corinthians, wanting them to live for truth and restore their lives. Although he writes with authority, Paul does not want to act with severity when he visits Corinth. He desperately wants the Corinthians to live a life that honors God, fueled by faith in Jesus.

Paul ends this letter by telling the Corinthians to rejoice, aim for restoration, and comfort one another. Desiring for them to live in peace and embrace God’s love, he prays the Holy Spirit will be among them.