A gospel of fufilment

Paul ends his letter by preparing them for unpleasant visit if they don't discipline themselves toward godliness and restoration.

Paul continues to prove his genuine apostleship for the sake of the Corinthians.

Paul continues to defend his ministry. All out of love and concern for this dear church body. We can see the true heart of a pastor on display here.

Giving should be self-motivated and from a cheerful heart. Paul continues to exhort the Corinthians to give to the needs in the world at that time. What a privilege.

Paul shift gears to defend his ministry in Corinth against the false apostles for the benefit of the Corinthian believers.

Paul switches to a new topic...Christian generosity

Paul continues to urge them to love him and his ministry. He points to the effects it had on them. He highlights the difference between godly sorrow and worldly sorrow and points to that as being his greatest joy for them.

After defining his ministry Paul continues to defend it so that the Corinthian church wouldn't receive the gospel in vain. He points to his endurance in trials and his godly attitude empowered by the Spirit.

Paul continues to show why he doesn't lose heart. It's because of the future that awaits. He also shows how his ministry is fueled by the love of Christ.