Not that I would try to terrify you by my letters—
Therefore do not judge anything before the time—wait until the Lord comes. He will bring to light the things hidden in darkness and also make clear the motives of the hearts. Then the praise for each one will come from God.
for they say, “His letters are weighty and strong, but his presence in person is weak and his speech of no account.”
For even if I boast a little more about our authority—which the Lord gave for building you up and not for tearing you down—I will not be put to shame.
