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

Call to relationship and holiness

11 Corinthians, we have spoken openly to you, and our hearts are wide open. 12 There are no limits to the affection that we feel for you. You are the ones who placed boundaries on your affection for us. 13 But as a fair trade—I’m talking to you like you are children—open your hearts wide too.

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