Convergence

It becomes painstakingly obvious, both through perception of others and personal experience, that relationships can be messy. Marriage. Parental. Friendships. Church. You name it. Humans make relationships messy.
 
2 Corinthians 12:11-21 is a passage I find terribly saddening. That Paul felt compelled to bring the epistle to a close with such words is so unfortunate. Once [...]