2 Corinthians 7:11

See what God did! Paul gives God the credit for the change of heart which the Corinthian Christians have made. Paul examines the signs which show that they have repented of past sins. Repent = reform! Innocence! They clear themselves by doing as Paul had instructed. Indignation! Probably toward the chief troublemaker (2 Corinthians 2:5). Alarm! They were a little afraid of what Paul might do to them. Compare Acts 13:11. Feelings! They deeply wanted to restore their friendship with Paul. Devotion! They were ready now to protect Paul's honor and reputation. To punish! Their zeal to punish the one who had insulted Paul was so strong, in fact, that it was necessary to ask them to forgive the man (2 Corinthians 2:5-8). You have shown yourselves. They did not argue with Paul's demands, but demonstrated their faith by their action.