2Cor 1:4-6 | TNotes | STEP | Summary for 2Cor 1:4-6: 1:4-6 One purpose of suffering is to qualify Christ’s servants to enter sympathetically into the experience of others. Paul is not an aloof pastor, remote from the people to whom he ministers.

‏ 2 Corinthians 1:4-6

Summary for 2Cor 1:4-6: 1:4-6 ^a One purpose of suffering is to qualify Christ’s servants to enter sympathetically into the experience of others. Paul is not an aloof pastor, remote from the people to whom he ministers.
1:6 ^b it is for your comfort and salvation! Paul’s sharing in their troubles and offering of encouragement promotes their spiritual well-being.