Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
I write not these things to shame you, but as my beloved sons I warn you.
Bible References
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1 Corinthians 9:15
Only, I have not availed myself of any of these rights, and I am not writing in order to secure any such provision for myself. I would die sooner than let anyone deprive me of this, my source of pride.
2 Corinthians 7:3
I am not saying this to condemn you. Condemn you? Why, I repeat, you are in my very heart, and you will be there in death and life alike.
2 Corinthians 12:19
You think all this time I am defending myself to you? No, I am speaking in Christ before the presence of God, and speaking every word, beloved, in order to build you up.