⁵ Not that we are competent in ourselves^(A) to claim anything for ourselves, but our competence comes from God.^{(B) 6} He has made us competent as ministers of a new covenant^(C)—not of the letter^(D) but of the Spirit; for the letter kills, but the Spirit gives life.^(E)

² Preach^(A) the word;^(B) be prepared in season and out of season; correct, rebuke^(C) and encourage^(D)—with great patience and careful instruction.