Author

Paul

Written

~AD 55–56

Testament

New Testament

Chapters

13

Key Theme

Strength in weakness, the ministry of reconciliation, and authentic leadership.

Written For

The church in Corinth

Introduction of 2 Corinthians

Second Corinthians, written by Paul a short time after 1 Corinthians (around AD 55–56), is deeply personal and emotional. It defends Paul’s apostolic ministry against critics while revealing his vulnerability and pastoral heart. The letter moves between joy, sorrow, rebuke, and triumph as Paul describes hardships, visions, and the sufficiency of God’s grace. Its raw honesty about weakness and strength in Christ makes it one of Paul’s most intimate and encouraging letters.