2 Corinthians 13:10-12

Expanded Bible

¹⁰ I am writing this while I am away from you so that when I come I will not have to be ·harsh [severe] in my use of authority. The Lord gave me this authority to build you up, not to tear you down.

¹¹ ·Now [Finally], brothers and sisters, ·I say good-bye [or be joyful; ^Lrejoice; ^Ca common greeting and farewell]. ·Live in harmony [Seek restoration; or Mend your ways]. ·Do what I have asked you to do [Follow my exhortation; or Encourage/Exhort one another]. ·Agree with each other [Live in unity], and live in peace. Then the God of love and peace will be with you.

¹² Greet each other with a holy kiss.