Was Paul’s attitude toward the Corinthians one of condemnation?

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No, for they were in his heart to the extent that he lived when they lived and died when they died.

In his first letter to them, Paul had rebuked the saints in Corinth in many areas of their behaviour. He rebuked them especially concerning the man who was committing incest with his father’s wife.

It appears that in the present letter he is assuring them that he loves them and has confidence in them. He is ready to boast of their progress in Christ. They are a comfort to him. Therefore he is filled with joy, even during the tribulation he is suffering.