What do you want? Shall I come to you with a rod of discipline or with love and a spirit of gentleness?

To each person the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the benefit of all.

But I will come to you after I have gone through Macedonia – for I will be going through Macedonia –

And with this confidence I intended to come to you first so that you would get a second opportunity to see us,

So I made up my own mind not to pay you another painful visit.

Now we have such confidence in God through Christ.

but when one turns to the Lord, the veil is removed.

We have spoken freely to you, Corinthians; our heart has been opened wide to you.

And what agreement does Christ have with Beliar? Or what does a believer share in common with an unbeliever?

because he not only accepted our request, but since he was very eager, he is coming to you of his own accord.

I robbed other churches by receiving support from them so that I could serve you!

I have not taken advantage of you through anyone I have sent to you, have I?

However, it is good to be sought eagerly for a good purpose at all times, and not only when I am present with you.

For this reason I kneel before the Father,

to equip the saints for the work of ministry, that is, to build up the body of Christ,

Husbands, love your wives and do not be embittered against them.

Conduct yourselves with wisdom toward outsiders, making the most of the opportunities.

In this way you will live a decent life before outsiders and not be in need.

Surely you recall that I used to tell you these things while I was still with you.

I hope to come to you soon, but I am writing these instructions to you