2 Corinthians 1:21-25

Now He who establishes us with you in Christ and anointed us is God,

who also sealed us and gave us the Spirit in our hearts as a pledge.

But I call God as witness to my soul, that it was to spare you that I did not come again to Corinth.

Not that we domineer over your faith, but we are workers with you for your joy; for in your faith you are standing firm.