2 Corinthians 10:1-3

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Paul Defends His Ministry

10 I myself, Paul, appeal to you by the meekness and gentleness of Christ—I who am humble when face to face with you but bold toward you when I am away!^(A)— ² I ask that when I am present I need not show boldness by daring to oppose those who think we are acting according to human standards.^{[a](B) 3} Indeed, we live as humans^[b] but do not wage war according to human standards,^[c]