Corinth is one of the cities Paul wrote to and visited the most in the New Testament. In 2 Corinthians, Paul defends himself against false teachers in an unfiltered letter, reminding the Church that joy and suffering highlight dependence and strength in Christ. In the first chapter of his letter, Paul reminds the Church in Corinth that his personal journey has not been easy, and to be comforted in suffering as trial brings us closer to God. Whatever we endure, we are with God.