4:18 Some have become arrogant, 1 as if I were not coming to you.
4:19 But I will come to you soon, if the Lord is willing, and I will find out not only the talk of these arrogant people, but also their power.
4:20 For the kingdom of God is demonstrated not in idle talk but with power.
4:21 What do you want? Shall I come to you with a rod of discipline 2 or with love and a spirit of gentleness?
1 tnGrk “puffed up”; “inflated.”
2 tnGrk “rod.” Context indicates that this rod will be used for disciplinary purposes.