2 Corinthians 5:12 meaning and explanation
We are not commending ourselves to you again. Instead, we are giving you an occasion to be proud of us, so that you can answer those who take pride in appearances rather than in the heart.
2 Corinthians 5:12, Berean Standard Bible
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Paul is writing to the church at Corinth, defending his ministry against rival teachers who judged him by outward credentials and polished speech. Here he insists he is not boasting about himself again but giving the Corinthians a reason to be proud of him, so they can answer those who boast in appearances rather than in the heart.
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