Are you a letter writer? Majority, or perhaps, none of you probably write a letter these days. With the advent of email systems, the internet and various voice and video call technologies there is little attraction or interest for letter writing. But days past a handwritten letter was something people looked out for because it was the only form of communication across the miles. Paul used this extensively and wrote his second letter to the church in Corinth.
For our boasting is this: the testimony of our conscience that we conducted ourselves in the world in simplicity and godly sincerity, not with fleshly wisdom but by the grace of God, and more abundantly toward you.
As the gospel message spread through Asia into Europe, the challenge of time and travel became a big obstacle for Paul to travel to every congregation established directly or indirectly through his ministry. Paul could make indications of plans but could get changed due to timing or resource constraints. But there was a need for Paul to continue addressing the needs here. His opening has to be done carefully. And he discreetly tells them that his letter has no double meaning and is to be read at face value.
For we are not writing any other things to you than what you read or understand. Now I trust you will understand, even to the end.
In today's world if we are not careful in our choice of words and elaboration of matters. We tend to be abrupt and sometimes brash in our emails, phone messages and social media postings. Because the mediums we use are fast, we compose and send our messages too quickly. We need to slow down and reread what we have written. Go beyond the spellchecker and look at the meaning we are delivering.
Father, help me write well, especially this blog, so that I can be a blessing for years to come.
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