Text Basis: Verses 1-2, where Paul appeals to the Corinthians by the meekness and gentleness of Christ.
Musical Concept: The opening could use a gentle, yet firm melody in a major key to reflect Christ's meekness and Paul's appeal.
Text Basis: Verses 3-5, focusing on the spiritual warfare and the divine power for demolishing strongholds.
Musical Concept: This section would be characterized by a minor key to reflect the seriousness of spiritual battle.
Text Basis: Verses 6-8, emphasizing readiness to punish disobedience when obedience is complete.
Musical Concept: This part should transition back towards a major key, reflecting the resolution and the constructive purpose of apostolic authority.
Text Basis: Verses 17-18, where it is said, "he that glorieth, let him glory in the Lord."
Musical Concept: The conclusion would return to a serene and reflective mood, possibly in the original key, to close the circle.