Suffering works in us change into Christlikeness for us and the display of the Savior who can save others from their sin.
As believers our bodies are purchased by God for Himself and indwelt by Him as a downpayment for glory. What a grief our sin is to Him.
A persistent and unchastised life of sin is a strong signal of a lost condition. Such people can actually be thoroughly saved by the power of God.
The law of love should govern our actions.
Church discipline is difficult to do but it is a blessing we receive in obeying the Lord.
Sanctify the Lord in your hearts and be ready to give an answer in meekness.
Paul was like a father to them and they should heed his warnings and follow his example.
God calls us to serve and this may entail suffering for His greater glory.
God's servants are answerable to Him and not us.
God is building the church which belongs to him through servants which He calls. He gets the credit and cautions us to use valuable materials in the construction.