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2 Corinthians 13:10

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For this cause I write these things while absent, that I may not when present deal sharply, according to the authority which the Lord gave me for building up, and not for casting down.

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2 Corinthians 13:10 in other translations

For this cause I write these things while absent, that I may not deal sharply when present, according to the authority which the Lord gave me for building up, and not for tearing down.

2 Corinthians 13:10 · World English Bible

2 Corinthians 13:10 in context

  1. 8For we can do nothing against the truth, but for the truth.
  2. 9For we rejoice, when we are weak, and ye are strong: this we also pray for, even your perfecting.
  3. 10For this cause I write these things while absent, that I may not when present deal sharply, according to the authority which the Lord gave me for building up, and not for casting down.
  4. 11Finally, brethren, farewell. Be perfected; be comforted; be of the same mind; live in peace: and the God of love and peace shall be with you.
  5. 12Salute one another with a holy kiss.