2 Corinthians 13:1-3; 2 Corinthians 13:10

2 Corinthians 13:1-3

1 This is the third time that I'll be visiting you. Every accusation must be verified by two or three witnesses.

2 I already warned you when I was with you the second time, and even though I'm not there now, I'm warning you again. When I visit you again, I won't spare you. That goes for all those who formerly led sinful lives as well as for all the others.

3 Since you want proof that Christ is speaking through me, that's what you'll get. Christ isn't weak in dealing with you. Instead, he makes his power felt among you.

2 Corinthians 13:10

10 That's why I'm writing this letter while I'm not with you. When I am with you I don't want to be harsh by using the authority that the Lord gave me. The Lord gave us this authority to help you, not to hurt you.