Now by the mildness and gentleness of Christ, I appeal to youβI, Paul, who am humble when face to face with you, but bold when away.
KJV
Now I Paul myself beseech you by the meekness and gentleness of Christ, who in presence [am] base among you, but being absent am bold toward you:
ASV
Now I Paul myself entreat you by the meekness and gentleness of Christ, I who in your presence am lowly among you, but being absent am of good courage toward you: