2 Corinthians 13:8-10

International Standard Version

⁸ For we cannot do anything against the truth, but only for the truth. ⁹ We are glad when we are weak and you are strong. That is what we are praying for—your maturity.

¹⁰ For this reason I am writing this while I am away from you: When I come I do not want to be severe in using the authority the Lord gave me to build you up and not to tear you down.