Paul's long, complicated history with the Corinthian Church culminates in this ardent defence of Christian ministry in general and of his own ministry in particular. Colin G Kruse provides an insightful analysis that illuminates Paul's contrast of the old and new covenants and his eloquent exposition of the ministry of reconciliation. He also charts a clear, plausible course through the maze of the literary history of Paul's correspondence with the Corinthian Christians.