¹⁵ Because I was confident of this, I wanted to visit you^(A) first so that you might benefit twice.^(B)

¹⁹ But I will come to you very soon,^(A) if the Lord is willing,^(B) and then I will find out not only how these arrogant people are talking, but what power they have.

¹¹ I long to see you^(A) so that I may impart to you some spiritual gift^(B) to make you strong—

²⁹ I know that when I come to you,^(A) I will come in the full measure of the blessing of Christ.

²⁵ Convinced of this, I know that I will remain, and I will continue with all of you for your progress and joy in the faith, ²⁶ so that through my being with you again your boasting in Christ Jesus will abound on account of me.

6 As God’s co-workers^(A) we urge you not to receive God’s grace in vain.^(B)

³⁴ Anyone who is hungry^(A) should eat something at home,^(B) so that when you meet together it may not result in judgment.

And when I come^(C) I will give further directions.