en_tn_condensed/2co/07/01.md

Connecting Statement:

Paul continues to remind the Corinthians to be separated from sin and to seek holiness purposefully.

Loved ones

"You whom I love" or "Dear friends"

let us cleanse ourselves

Here Paul is saying to stay away from any form of sin that would affect one's relationship with God.

Let us pursue holiness

"Let us strive to be holy"

in the fear of God

"out of deep respect for God"