10. I am writing this while I am away from you so that when I come I will not have to be harsh in my use of authority. The Lord gave me this authority to build you up, not to tear you down.
11. Now, brothers and sisters, I say good-bye. Live in harmony. Do what I have asked you to do. Agree with each other, and live in peace. Then the God of love and peace will be with you.
12. Greet each other with a holy kiss.
13. All of God’s holy people send greetings to you.
14. The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all.