2 Corinthians 7:11

Assamese - 2019 (ইণ্ডিয়ান ৰিভাইচ ভাৰচন (IRV) আচামিচ - 2019)

কিয়নো, ঈশ্বৰৰ মহৎ ইচ্ছাৰ দৰে হোৱা সেই মনোদুখেই আপোনালোকৰ অন্তৰত কেনে যত্ন, কেনে দুখৰ খণ্ডন, কেনে বিৰক্তি, কেনে ভয়, কেনে হাবিয়াহ, কেনে উৎসাহ, কেনে প্ৰতিকাৰ সাধন কৰিলে! সেইবোৰ কথাত আপোনালোকে সকলো প্ৰকাৰে নিজকে নিৰ্দোষী বুলি প্ৰমাণ কৰিলে।

What Does This Mean?

In this verse from 2 Corinthians 7:11, Paul is commending the Corinthian believers for their godly sorrow over their sins. He highlights how their sincere repentance led to a series of positive changes in their lives and attitudes toward sin.

Explained for Children

Imagine you did something wrong but then felt really sad about it because you love Jesus so much. Paul is saying that when the people in Corinth felt this way, they changed for the better - like when you clean up your room after making a mess out of love for mom and dad.

Historical Background

This letter was written by Apostle Paul around 53-56 AD to the church at Corinth. The Corinthians had faced some serious issues that led to sin, but their repentance was genuine, which pleased Paul.

Living It Out Today

Consider a scenario where someone in your community has been caught lying about something important. Their sincere regret leads them to take action and make things right with those they've hurt. This verse encourages us to see the value of godly sorrow that brings true change.

Topics

• repentance
• sorrow
• change
• attitude
• sin
• godliness

Related Verses

• 2 Corinthians 7:10
• Ezekiel 36:31
• Psalm 51:1-4
• James 4:8
• Numbers 15:27

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you explain the concept of 'godly sorrow'?

Godly sorrow is a deep, heartfelt regret over sin that comes from loving God. It leads to repentance and changing one's ways.

What are some signs of godly sorrow?

Signs include a willingness to confess sins, make amends with others, and commit to living differently in the future out of love for God.

How does this verse relate to forgiveness?

While not directly about forgiveness, sincere repentance often paves the way for reconciliation and forgiveness between individuals as well as with God.

Why is Paul so pleased with the Corinthians' reaction?

Paul is pleased because their sorrow led to positive changes in behavior and attitude, showing a genuine commitment to living rightly before God.