2 Corinthians 1:23--2:1
Why Paul Postponed His Visit
1:23 Now I appeal to God as my witness, that to spare you I did not come again to Corinth.
1:24 I do not mean that we rule over your faith, but we are workers with you for your joy, because by faith you stand firm.
2:1 So I made up my own mind not to pay you another painful visit.