2 Corinthians 13:8-10
Disciples’ Literal New Testament
8 For we cannot do anything against the truth, but [only] for the truth. 9 For we are rejoicing whenever we are weak but you are strong. This also we are praying— your restoration[a].
I Am Writing So I Don’t Have To Act Severely When I Come
10 For this reason I am writing these things while absent— in order that while being-present, I may not act severely[b] according-to[c] the authority which the Lord gave me for building-up and not for tearing-down.
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- 2 Corinthians 13:9 Or, completion, maturation.
- 2 Corinthians 13:10 Or, sharply, harshly.
- 2 Corinthians 13:10 Or, based on.
2 Corinthians 13:8-10
New International Version
8 For we cannot do anything against the truth, but only for the truth. 9 We are glad whenever we are weak(A) but you are strong;(B) and our prayer is that you may be fully restored.(C) 10 This is why I write these things when I am absent, that when I come I may not have to be harsh(D) in my use of authority—the authority the Lord gave me for building you up, not for tearing you down.(E)
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