Why text messaging is not enough - 2 Corinthians 7:2-16

‘I don’t do people’. ‘It would all work wonderfully if it wasn’t for the people.’ Have you ever thought that life would be better without those annoying people? Today our self-focus is part of why we struggle to make relationships and community work. It is easier to retreat to our media rooms rather that navigate the complexities of other people. But what if deep community and resolving conflict well is actually the key to grace shaped joy? Surprisingly, sorrow and joy can go together. 2 Corinthians 7:2-16 is a unique insight into the apostle Paul’s relationship with the Corinthian Church and shows us how sorrow and joy are closely related. God’s grace leads us into deeper community.