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Texts -- 2 Corinthians 1:23-24 (NET)

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Why Paul Postponed His Visit
1:23 Now I appeal to God as my witness , that to spare you I did not come again to Corinth . 1:24 I do not mean that we rule over your faith , but we are workers with you for your joy , because by faith you stand firm .

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