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2 Corinthians 13:10-12
Contemporary English Version
2 Corinthians 13:10-12
Contemporary English Version
10 I am writing these things to you before I arrive. This way I won't have to be hard on you when I use the authority the Lord has given me. I was given this authority, so I could help you and not destroy you.
11 Goodbye, my friends. Do better and pay attention to what I have said. Try to get along and live peacefully with each other.
Now I pray that God, who gives love and peace, will be with you. 12 Give each other a warm greeting. All God's people send their greetings.
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2 Corinthians 13:10-12
New International Version
2 Corinthians 13:10-12
New International Version
10 This is why I write these things when I am absent, that when I come I may not have to be harsh(A) in my use of authority—the authority the Lord gave me for building you up, not for tearing you down.(B)
Final Greetings
11 Finally, brothers and sisters,(C) rejoice! Strive for full restoration, encourage one another, be of one mind, live in peace.(D) And the God of love(E) and peace(F) will be with you.
12 Greet one another with a holy kiss.(G)
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