1 Since we have these promises, beloved, let us cleanse ourselves from all filthiness of the flesh and spirit, perfecting holiness in the fear of God.
2 Accept us. We have wronged no one, we have corrupted no one, and we have defrauded no one.
3 I do not say this to condemn you, for I have said before that you are in our hearts, so that we would die or live with you.
4 Great is my boldness of speech toward you; great is my boasting of you. I am filled with comfort, and I am exceedingly joyful in all our tribulation.
5 For when we came to Macedonia, our bodies had no rest, and we were troubled on every side. On the outside were conflicts; on the inside were fears.