2 Corinthians 10:2, 6, 8, 9

I beg you that when I come I may not have to be as bold as I expect to be toward some people who think that we live by the standards of this world.

And we will be ready to punish every act of disobedience, once your obedience is complete.

So even if I boast somewhat freely about the authority the Lord gave us for building you up rather than tearing you down, I will not be ashamed of it.

I do not want to seem to be trying to frighten you with my letters.