2 Corinthians 7:5

For even when we were come into Macedonia our flesh had no relief, but we were afflicted on every side; without were fightings, within were fears.

Having been unable to link up with Titus at Troas, as he had hoped, Paul had journeyed on into Macedonia; and this is a glimpse of the strong uncertainties and anxieties which assailed him before his meeting with Titus. The genuine reality, pathos and appeal of Paul's words here are timeless. No wonder they have been incorporated into the hymnology of the church:

Just as I am! Though tossed about With many a conflict, many a doubt, With fears within, and foes without, O Lamb of God, I come! I come![7]