| New International Version (NIV) | New International Version (NIV) |
| 1 This will be my third visit to you. "Every matter must be established by the testimony of two or three witnesses." | 1 This will be my third visit to you. "Every matter must be established by the testimony of two or three witnesses." |
| 2 I already gave you a warning when I was with you the second time. I now repeat it while absent: On my return I will not spare those who sinned earlier or any of the others, | 2 I already gave you a warning when I was with you the second time. I now repeat it while absent: On my return I will not spare those who sinned earlier or any of the others, |
| 3 since you are demanding proof that Christ is speaking through me. He is not weak in dealing with you, but is powerful among you. | 3 since you are demanding proof that Christ is speaking through me. He is not weak in dealing with you, but is powerful among you. |
| Scripture quoted by permission. Quotations designated (NIV) are from THE HOLY BIBLE: NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION®. NIV®. Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984 by Biblica. All rights reserved worldwide. (New International Version Bible Online) | Scripture quoted by permission. Quotations designated (NIV) are from THE HOLY BIBLE: NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION®. NIV®. Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984 by Biblica. All rights reserved worldwide. (New International Version Bible Online) |