This (is) (the) third (time) I am coming to you. “ Every matter must be established by (the) testimony of two or three witnesses.”
I already warned (you) ... the second time vvv I was (with you). (So) now in my absence I warn those who sinned earlier and everyone - else - : If I return vvv vvv vvv , vvv I will not spare (anyone) ,
since you are demanding proof that Christ is speaking through me. (He) vvv is not weak in dealing with you , but is powerful among you.
For vvv He was indeed crucified in weakness , yet He lives by God’s power. vvv And though we are weak in Him , yet by God’s power we will live with Him to serve you.
Examine yourselves (to see) whether you are in the faith ; test yourselves. vvv vvv Can’t you see for yourselves that Jesus Christ (is) in you — unless you actually fail the test ?
And I hope - you will realize that we have not failed the test.
Now we pray to - God (that) you vvv will not do (anything) wrong — not that we will appear to have stood the test , but that you will do what (is) right , even if we appear to have failed.
For vvv we cannot do anything against the tRuth - , but only for the tRuth -.
In fact , we rejoice when we are weak but you are strong , - and our prayer is for your - perfection.
This is why ... I write these things while absent , so that when I am present vvv I will not need to be severe in my use of the authority that the Lord gave me for building (you) up , - not for tearing (you) down.
Finally , brothers , rejoice ! Aim for perfect harmony , encourage one another , (be of) one mind , live in peace. And the God - of love and peace will be with you.
Greet one another with a holy kiss.
All the saints send you greetings ....
The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ , and the love of God , and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit (be) with all of you.