Paul said that while in Asia he was so utterly crushed that he despaired of life itself (II Corinthians 1:8). He presents a different image than that of the cheerful evangelist who promises believers nothing but peace and prosperity.
Sinabi ni Pablo noong siya ay nasa Asia na siya ay lubos na nilupig at walang pag-asa.sa buhay (II Corinto 1:8) Ipinakita niya ng kakaibang larawan sa isang masayahing mangangaral na nangangako sa mga mananampalataya ng walang iba kundi kapayapaan at kasaganaan.