Have you been thinking all along that we were making a defense to you? We speak before God in Christ, and all of this, beloved, is to build you up. Cross References Romans 9:1 I speak the truth in Christ; I am not lying, as confirmed by my conscience in the Holy Spirit. Romans 14:19 So then, let us pursue what leads to peace and to mutual edification. Romans 15:2 Each of us should please his neighbor for his good, to build him up. 2 Corinthians 2:17 For we are not like so many others, who peddle the word of God for profit. On the contrary, in Christ we speak before God with sincerity, as men sent from God. 2 Corinthians 10:8 For even if I boast somewhat excessively about the authority the Lord gave us for building you up rather than tearing you down, I will not be ashamed. 1 Thessalonians 5:11 Therefore encourage and build one another up, just as you are already doing. Hebrews 6:9 Even though we speak like this, beloved, we are convinced of better things in your case--things that accompany salvation. Treasury of Scripture Again, think you that we excuse ourselves to you? we speak before God in Christ: but we do all things, dearly beloved, for your edifying. think. 2 Corinthians 3:1 2 Corinthians 5:12 we speak. 2 Corinthians 11:10,31 Romans 9:1 but. 2 Corinthians 5:13 2 Corinthians 10:8 2 Corinthians 13:10 dearly. 2 Corinthians 12:15 2 Corinthians 7:1 Romans 12:19 |