2 Corinthians 1:13

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For we do not write you anything other than what you can read and also understand. But I hope that you will understand completely

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Referenced Verses

  • 2 Cor 4:2 : 2 But we have rejected shameful hidden deeds, not behaving with deceptiveness or distorting the word of God, but by open proclamation of the truth we commend ourselves to everyone’s conscience before God.
  • 2 Cor 5:11 : 11 The Message of Reconciliation Therefore, because we know the fear of the Lord, we try to persuade people, but we are well known to God, and I hope we are well known to your consciences too.
  • 2 Cor 13:6 : 6 And I hope that you will realize that we have not failed the test!
  • Phlm 1:6 : 6 I pray that the faith you share with us may deepen your understanding of every blessing that belongs to you in Christ.

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    6And I hope that you will realize that we have not failed the test!

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