6:1 Now because we are fellow workers, we also urge you not to receive the grace of God in vain. 1
6:11 We have spoken freely to you, 2 Corinthians; our heart has been opened wide to you. 6:12 Our affection for you is not restricted, 3 but you are restricted in your affections for us. 6:13 Now as a fair exchange – I speak as to my 4 children – open wide your hearts to us 5 also.
1 tn Or “receive the grace of God uselessly.”
2 tn Grk “our mouth has been open to you,” an idiom for openness in communication.
3 tn Grk “You are not restricted by us.”
4 tn The word “my” is not in the Greek text but is implied.
5 tn The words “to us” are not in the Greek text but are implied.