13 For this reason we have been comforted . And besides our comfort, we rejoiced even much more for the joy of Titus, because his spirit has been refreshed by you all . 14 For if in anything I have boasted to him about you, I was not put to shame ; but as we spoke all things to you in truth , so also our boasting before Titus proved to be the truth . 15 His affection abounds all the more toward you, as he remembers the obedience of you all , how you received him with fear and trembling .
Matthew Henry's Commentary on 2 Corinthians 7:13-15
Commentary on 2 Corinthians 7:12-16
(Read 2 Corinthians 7:12-16)
The apostle was not disappointed concerning them, which he signified to Titus; and he could with joy declare the confidence he had in them for the time to come. Here see the duties of a pastor and of his flock; the latter must lighten the troubles of the pastoral office, by respect and obedience; the former make a due return by his care of them, and cherish the flock by testimonies of satisfaction, joy, and tenderness.