2 Corinthians 6:12

An Understandable Version (2005 edition)

We are not holding back [our affections] from you, but you are holding back your affections [from us].

Cross References

Matthew 7:14

But the door that is narrow and the road that is restricted lead to [spiritual] life and [only] a few people will find them.

2 Corinthians 4:8

We are afflicted in every way, but are not crushed; [we are] perplexed, but not to the point of despair;

2 Corinthians 7:2

[Note: The following section seems to pick up where 6:13 left off]. Make room for us in your hearts. We have not wronged or injured anyone, nor have we taken advantage of anyone.

Philippians 1:8

For God is my witness that I long to see you with the [same] affection that Christ Jesus has [for you].

1 John 3:17

Now whoever has [a sufficient amount of] life’s possessions and [then] observes one of his [Christian] brothers who does not have enough to get by on, but does not feel sorry for him [i.e., enough to help him out], surely a love for God does not continue to live in that person’s heart.