2 Corinthians 1:24

The preceding statement indicates that Paul took much responsibility for the Corinthians’ welfare on himself. He hastened to clarify that it was as an apostle, not their lord, that he regarded himself and behaved toward them as he did (cf. 1 Peter 5:1; 1 Peter 5:3). Furthermore Paul recognized that they needed no human lord since they were comparatively solid in their faith. The word "joy" (Gr. chara) occurs as often in this epistle (2 Corinthians 1:24; 2 Corinthians 2:3; 2 Corinthians 7:4; 2 Corinthians 7:13; 2 Corinthians 8:2) as it does in Philippians (Philippians 1:4; Philippians 1:25; Philippians 2:2; Philippians 2:29; Philippians 4:1).