2 If by merely showing up I would put you in an embarrassingly painful position, how would you then be free to cheer and refresh me?

Matthew Henry's Commentary on 2 Corinthians 2:2

Commentary on 2 Corinthians 2:1-4

(Read 2 Corinthians 2:1-4)

The apostle desired to have a cheerful meeting with them; and he had written in confidence of their doing what was to their benefit and his comfort; and that therefore they would be glad to remove every cause of disquiet from him. We should always give pain unwillingly, even when duty requires that it must be given.