2 Corinthians 1:16 Meaning and Explanation
“And to pass by you into Macedonia, and to come again out of Macedonia unto you, and of you to be brought on my way toward Judaea.”
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Read Full Chapter →Paul describes his planned route, hoping to visit the believers twice as he traveled to and from Macedonia and on toward Judea.
What Does 2 Corinthians 1:16 Mean?
Paul lays out the itinerary he had hoped to follow. He intended to pass through Corinth on his way to Macedonia, then return to them afterward, and finally be sent on by them 'toward Judaea.' This is the 'second benefit' of two visits he mentioned.
Paul's detailed plans reveal how much he longed to be among them. He wove the Corinthians into his journeys in both directions, eager for fellowship and ready to be helped on his way by their hands. Though these plans would shift, they show a shepherd's heart that does not treat his people as a single stop but as a home to return to. Love makes room for one another in the ordinary rhythms of our coming and going.
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What does 2 Corinthians 1:16 mean?
Paul describes his planned route, hoping to visit the believers twice as he traveled to and from Macedonia and on toward Judea.