In this confidence I intended at first to come to you, so that you might twice receive a blessing;
Parallel translations
- WEB In this confidence, I was determined to come first to you, that you might have a second benefit;
- KJV And in this confidence I was minded to come unto you before, that ye might have a second benefit;
- BSB Confident of this, I planned to visit you first, so that you might receive a double blessing.
- NKJV And in this confidence I intended to come to you before, that you might have a second benefit—
- NLT Since I was so sure of your understanding and trust, I wanted to give you a double blessing by visiting you twice—
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Quick answer
Confident of their bond, Paul had planned to visit Corinth first so they could receive a double blessing. His changed travel plans would soon need explaining.
Overview
Paul recounts his original intention to visit the Corinthians on his way to and from Macedonia, intending a 'second benefit' of grace through his presence. This sets up his defense against the charge that he was unreliable for altering these plans. The episode shows Paul accounting honestly for his decisions, valuing the church's good above his own convenience.
Cross-references & the web
Cross-references · 6
- Rom 1:11For I long to see you, that I may impart to you some spiritual gift, to the end that you may be established;
- Rom 15:29I know that, when I come to you, I will come in the fullness of the blessing of the Good News of Christ.
- 1 Cor 4:19But I will come to you shortly, if the Lord is willing. And I will know, not the word of those who are puffed up, but the power.
- 1 Cor 11:34But if anyone is hungry, let him eat at home, lest your coming together be for judgment. The rest I will set in order whenever I come.
- 2 Cor 6:1Working together, we entreat also that you not receive the grace of God in vain,
- Phil 1:25–26Having this confidence, I know that I will remain, yes, and remain with you all, for your progress and joy in the faith,
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