2 Corinthians 5:6

5:6 Therefore we are always full of courage, and we know that as long as we are alive here on earth we are absent from the Lord –

2 Corinthians 5:20

5:20 Therefore we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God were making His plea through us. We plead with you on Christ’s behalf, “Be reconciled to God!”

2 Corinthians 8:24

8:24 Therefore show them openly before the churches the proof of your love and of our pride in you.