2 Corinthians 7:13
Therefore we were comforted in your comfort: yea, and exceedingly the more joyed we for the joy of Titus, because his spirit was refreshed by you all.
2 Corinthians 7:13
The joy Paul and his team feel from the Corinthians’ comfort reflects a reciprocal relationship. Titus’ refreshed spirit shows how the community’s response to correction can lift leaders and bolster morale. The language emphasizes relational vitality: comfort leads to joy, and genuine spiritual refreshment in one person ripples through the whole group. The broader context includes the challenges of ministerial fatigue and opposition; the Corinthians’ proper response becomes a source of renewed energy for Paul and his companions.
This verse highlights the reciprocity of Christian community: mutual encouragement strengthens mission. God’s work through faithful reception of correction yields emotional and spiritual vitality, aligning leaders and laity in shared purpose. The theme is the relational nature of ministry—people, not programs, carry gospel life.
In your community, celebrate when others encourage you and be quick to encourage them in return. Recognize that a refreshed team is often the result of simple acts of kindness, listening, and shared celebration. Practical step: if you led a team, plan a debrief where you thank people for their support and identify ways to support one another more effectively.
Cross-References: Philippians 2:29-30; Romans 12:15; Colossians 1:24; 1 Thessalonians 3:7