2 Corinthians 2:9

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2 Corinthians 2:7–11 · Berean Standard Bible

7 So instead, you ought to forgive and comfort him, so that he will not be overwhelmed by excessive sorrow.

8 Therefore I urge you to reaffirm your love for him.

9 My purpose in writing you was to see if you would stand the test and be obedient in everything.

10 If you forgive anyone, I also forgive him. And if I have forgiven anything, I have forgiven it in the presence of Christ for your sake,

11 in order that Satan should not outwit us. For we are not unaware of his schemes.

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