5. and all pride that is raised up against the knowledge of God, and taking every thought captive to the obedience of Christ.
6. And we are ready to punish all disobedience, whenever your obedience is completed.
7. You are looking at things according to appearance. If anyone is convinced he himself is Christ’s, he should consider this concerning himself again: that just as Christ himself is, so also are we.
8. For even if I boast somewhat more about our authority that the Lord gave us for building you up and not for tearing you down, I will not be put to shame,