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2 Corinthians 13:9-11
Holman Christian Standard Bible
2 Corinthians 13:9-11
Holman Christian Standard Bible
9 In fact, we rejoice when we are weak and you are strong.(A) We also pray that you become fully mature.[a] 10 This is why I am writing these things while absent, that when I am there I will not use severity, in keeping with the authority the Lord gave me for building up(B) and not for tearing down.(C)
11 Finally, brothers, rejoice. Become mature, be encouraged, be of the same mind,(D) be at peace,(E) and the God of love(F) and peace will be with you.
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- 2 Corinthians 13:9 Or become complete, or be restored
2 Corinthians 13:9-11
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2 Corinthians 13:9-11
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9 We are glad whenever we are weak(A) but you are strong;(B) and our prayer is that you may be fully restored.(C) 10 This is why I write these things when I am absent, that when I come I may not have to be harsh(D) in my use of authority—the authority the Lord gave me for building you up, not for tearing you down.(E)
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11 Finally, brothers and sisters,(F) rejoice! Strive for full restoration, encourage one another, be of one mind, live in peace.(G) And the God of love(H) and peace(I) will be with you.
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