Paul formally begins his addressing the claims by the "super-apostles" by noting the authority they claimed, which ultimately allowed them to bring the gospel to Corinth. He says, their boldness is not to frighten the believers, despite what the "super-apostles" claimed of Paul.

Paul was accused of only being bold with the Corinthians in his writing and not in person. He gives his defense as to why in what is the beginning of his address of these "super apostles".

Paul closes out his comments about giving by noting that we can only reap insomuch as we sow. In doing so, he reflects on the gifts God has given us, the fullest expression in his grace, which Paul calls the "indescribable gift".

Why does God love a cheerful giver? Turns out, it has a lot to do with the faith of the giver in God to use what they give.

Paul's words to the Corinthians challenge them, and us, to be prepared in our giving. This is an act of intention and ultimately dwelling on what God has done, and what God can do.

Titus is given an atta boy for his willingness to collect the offering of the churches, no simple task during the time of the early church.

Paul continues to challenge the Corinthians in their generosity by calling to continue in the giving they had begun. In doing so, they can trust God's provision in all things.

Paul recounts the generosity of the Macedonians, despite the afflictions they faced there, as an example and motivation to generous giving in other churches, in this case Corinth.

Paul had commended the Corinthians for their generosity to Titus. When Titus went to visit Corinth, they lived up to their reputation.

The grief Paul caused in the life of the Corinthians is worthwhile because it produces repentance.

Titus' arrival and message of how the Corinthians welcomed Titus was in turn a huge comfort in the face of affliction for Paul and his ministry partners.

Paul describes his desire for the Corinthian church and why he is desirous of them to be on the right track. He takes pride in them as a church for the comfort he receives in observing their faith.

Paul's teaching on being unequally yolked is used to highlight our need to remove barriers in our lives to living for Christ.

To address the hold up with many of the Corinthians, the call for an old, but challenging truth, to open oneself up to the hope and goodness available in Christ.

Paul notes the extent to which they went as apostles to remove all barriers to reconciliation.

Paul describes the nature of believers as new creations and the ministry that extends from that.

Paul discusses the ministry of reconciliation he and his team have undergone on behalf of the Corinthians.

As Christians, we can be assured of our faith and be of good courage.

Our future existence in what Paul calls the "heavenly home" is contrasted with our "earthly tent".

How can the Christian respond to affliction in the reality of the hope they have in Jesus? By not losing heart.