14 My illness must have caused you some trouble, but you didn't hate me or turn me away because of it. You welcomed me as though I were one of God's angels or even Christ Jesus himself.
15 Where is that good feeling now? I am sure if it had been possible, you would have taken out your own eyes and given them to me.
16 Am I now your enemy, just because I told you the truth?
17 Those people may be paying you a lot of attention, but it isn't for your good. They only want to keep you away from me, so you will pay them a lot of attention.
18 It is always good to give your attention to something worthwhile, even when I am not with you.
19 My children, I am in terrible pain until Christ may be seen living in you.
20 I wish I were with you now. Then I would not have to talk this way. You really have me puzzled.