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1 Corinthians 4:20-21
J.B. Phillips New Testament
1 Corinthians 4:20-21
J.B. Phillips New Testament
18-20 Some of you have apparently grown conceited enough to think that I should not visit you. But please God it will not be long before I do come in person. Then I shall be able to see what power, apart from their words, these pretentious ones among you really possess. For the kingdom of God is not a matter of a spate of word but of the power of Christian living.
21 Now it’s up to you to choose! Shall I come to you ready to chastise you, or in love and gentleness?
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1 Corinthians 4:20-21
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1 Corinthians 4:20-21
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20 For the kingdom of God is not a matter of(A) talk but of power.(B) 21 What do you prefer? Shall I come to you with a rod of discipline,(C) or shall I come in love and with a gentle spirit?
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