19 But I will come to you soon,(A) if the Lord wills, and I will know not the talk but the power of those who are inflated with pride. 20 For the kingdom of God is not a matter of talk but of power. 21 What do you want? Should I come to you with a rod,(B) or in love and a spirit of gentleness?(C)

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19 But I will come to you very soon,(A) if the Lord is willing,(B) and then I will find out not only how these arrogant people are talking, but what power they have. 20 For the kingdom of God is not a matter of(C) talk but of power.(D) 21 What do you prefer? Shall I come to you with a rod of discipline,(E) or shall I come in love and with a gentle spirit?

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