1 Corinthians 4:17-21

New International Version

¹⁷ For this reason I have sent to you^(A) Timothy,^(B) my son^(C) whom I love, who is faithful in the Lord. He will remind you of my way of life in Christ Jesus, which agrees with what I teach everywhere in every church.^(D)

¹⁸ Some of you have become arrogant,^(E) as if I were not coming to you.^{(F) 19} But I will come to you very soon,^(G) if the Lord is willing,^(H) and then I will find out not only how these arrogant people are talking, but what power they have. ²⁰ For the kingdom of God is not a matter of^(I) talk but of power.^{(J) 21} What do you prefer? Shall I come to you with a rod of discipline,^(K) or shall I come in love and with a gentle spirit?