Paul readies a third visit with firm fairness, calls the church to test itself in Christ, and blesses them with the triune benediction. Authority builds, truth strengthens, and peace becomes the church’s way.
Bible Themes and Doctrines
Paul roots holiness in God’s pledge to dwell with His people and shows how godly sorrow leads to repentance and restored joy. Through Titus and the church’s obedience, comfort and confidence return.
Paul calls the church to finish discipline with forgiveness and comfort, outwitting Satan by restoring the repentant. God then leads His people in Christ’s triumph, spreading the fragrance of the gospel in every place.
James 5 thunders against hoarded wealth and comforts the weary with the Lord’s nearness. It calls the church to patient hearts, plain words, earnest prayer, and gentle rescue of those who wander.