Matthew Henry on 2 Corinthians 2:1-4

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The apostle desired to have a cheerful meeting with them; and he had written in confidence of their doing what was to their benefit and his comfort; and that therefore they would be glad to remove every cause of disquiet from him.

We should always give pain unwillingly, even when duty requires that it must be given.

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