2 Corinthians 13:1-4 (NRSV)
Dissent among believers
This is the third time I am coming to you. "Any charge must be sustained by the evidence of two or three witnesses." I warned those who sinned previously and all the others, and I warn them now while absent, as I did when present on my second visit, that if I come again, I will not be lenient since you desire proof that Christ is speaking in me. He is not weak in dealing with you, but is powerful in you. For he was crucified in weakness, but lives by the power of God. For we are weak in him, but in dealing with you we will live with him by the power of God.
ReflectionThis is the third time I am coming to you. "Any charge must be sustained by the evidence of two or three witnesses." I warned those who sinned previously and all the others, and I warn them now while absent, as I did when present on my second visit, that if I come again, I will not be lenient since you desire proof that Christ is speaking in me. He is not weak in dealing with you, but is powerful in you. For he was crucified in weakness, but lives by the power of God. For we are weak in him, but in dealing with you we will live with him by the power of God.
When you are concerned about someone else you need to be persistent. Don't give up. Say a prayer and see how God guides your steps. Be open to the word and be understanding, compassionate, loving and obedient to the will of God. If it takes some tough words so be it, if not, so be it. For God works through you in weakness and strength.
Prayer
Lord, lead me and guide me in the situations that I am presented with in life that I may do your will... today... tomorrow... and forever. --- Amen
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