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2 Corinthians 13:9-11
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9 For we rejoice whenever we are weak, but you are strong. And we pray for this: that you may become fully qualified.[a] 10 Because of this I am writing these things while absent, so that when I arrive[b] I may not have to deal harshly with you[c] by using my authority—the Lord gave it to me for building up, not for tearing down!

Final Exhortations and Greetings

11 Finally, brothers and sisters,[d] rejoice, set things right, be encouraged, agree with one another, live in peace, and the God of love and peace will be with you.

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Footnotes

  1. 2 Corinthians 13:9 tn Or “fully equipped.”
  2. 2 Corinthians 13:10 tn Grk “when I am present,” but in the context of Paul’s third (upcoming) visit to Corinth, this is better translated as “when I arrive.”
  3. 2 Corinthians 13:10 tn The words “with you” are not in the Greek text, but are implied.
  4. 2 Corinthians 13:11 tn Grk “brothers.” See note on the phrase “brothers and sisters” in 1:8.
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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)

Final Greetings

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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