I do not want to seem to be trying to frighten you with my letters.
Therefore judge nothing before the appointed time; wait until the Lord comes. He will bring to light what is hidden in darkness and will expose the motives of the heart. At that time each will receive their praise from God.
For some say, “His letters are weighty and forceful, but in person he is unimpressive and his speaking amounts to nothing.”
So even if I boast somewhat freely about the authority the Lord gave us for building you up rather than tearing you down, I will not be ashamed of it.