2 Corinthians 1:7 - Exposition

And our hope of you is steadfast; literally, And our hope is steadfast on your behalf . The variations of text and punctuation in the verse do not materially affect the sense. The meaning is "And I have a sure hope that you will reap the benefits of our common fellowship with Christ in his affliction, and of the comfort which he sends, because I know that you have experienced the sufferings, and am therefore sure that he will send you the strength and the endurance. The close connection of tribulation and Divine encouragement are found also in Matthew 5:4 ; 2 Timothy 2:12 ; 1 Peter 5:10 . The interchange of the two between teacher and taught is part of the true communion of saints (comp. Philippians 2:26 ).