2 Corinthians 1 Shared Comfort

 

2 Corinthians 1 – Shared Comfort.

Christians need comfort. While trying to help the church, Paul experienced suffering so intense that he was almost ready to give up. God does not shelter His people from trials, not even gifted apostles who are doing His will. “Be kind” says John Watson, “for everyone you meet is fighting a battle.”

Christians receive comfort. Your God is the “God of all comfort”, and He will give you the grace you need when you need it. Sufferings are not accidents; they are divine appointments, and your Father is in complete control. You will find comfort in praying, in claiming the promises of the Word, and in having deeper fellowship with the Lord.

Christians share comfort. God’s comfort is not given; it is loaned and you are expected to pass it on to others. The pain you experience now will help you encourage others in their trials. When you suffer, avoid self-pity, for self-pity will make you a reservoir instead of a channel. If you fail to share God’s comfort with others, your experience in the furnace will be wasted; and it is a tragic thing to waste your sufferings.

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