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

2 Corinthians 13:1-3

1 I will come to you for the third time. "Every case must be proved by two or three witnesses."

2 When I was with you the second time, I gave a warning to those who had sinned. Now I am away from you, and I give a warning to all the others. When I come to you again, I will not be easy with them.

3 You want proof that Christ is speaking through me. My proof is that he is not weak among you, but he is powerful.

2 Corinthians 13:10

10 I am writing this while I am away from you so that when I come I will not have to be harsh in my use of authority. The Lord gave me this authority to build you up, not to tear you down.