7. by truthful teaching, by the power of God, with weapons of righteousness both for the right hand and for the left,
8. through glory and dishonor, through slander and praise; regarded as impostors, and yet true;
9. as unknown, and yet well-known; as dying and yet – see! – we continue to live; as those who are scourged and yet not executed;
10. as sorrowful, but always rejoicing, as poor, but making many rich, as having nothing, and yet possessing everything.
11. We have spoken freely to you, Corinthians; our heart has been opened wide to you.
12. Our affection for you is not restricted, but you are restricted in your affections for us.