11 We have spoken freely to you,[a] Corinthians; (A)our heart is wide open. 12 You are not restricted by us, but (B)you are restricted in your own affections. 13 (C)In return (I speak (D)as to children) widen your hearts also.

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Footnotes

  1. 2 Corinthians 6:11 Greek Our mouth is open to you

11 Oh, dear Corinthian friends! We have spoken honestly with you, and our hearts are open to you. 12 There is no lack of love on our part, but you have withheld your love from us. 13 I am asking you to respond as if you were my own children. Open your hearts to us!

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11 We have spoken freely to you, Corinthians, and opened wide our hearts to you.(A) 12 We are not withholding our affection from you, but you are withholding yours from us. 13 As a fair exchange—I speak as to my children(B)—open wide your hearts(C) also.

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