2 Corinthians 11:10–12: As the truth of Christ is in me, no one shall stop me from this boasting in the regions of Achaia. Why? Because I do not love you? God knows! But what I do, I will also continue to do, that I may cut off the opportunity from those who desire an opportunity to be regarded just as we are in the things of which they boast.
Paul says that he is boasting because it is the truth and because he is jealous over them and fearful for them. Other men, such as Apollos, may have been more eloquent and polished than Paul and did not stoop to do manual labor. Comparison with others is not the issue. Paul worked as a tentmaker. He did not take remuneration from the Corinthians. This does not detract from his apostleship. 1
Personal Application
- Read 1 Corinthians 9:17-18. What should be our motivation for preaching the gospel?
Godly Encouragement
- For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life a ransom for many.” –Mark 10:45
A Biblical Thought to Share with Others
Diligence should be out of love, not for a paycheck. He rewards our motive. – TWEET IT
A Prayer to Consider
Lord, regardless of what others say or think, it is You I want to please.
1. Wiersbe, W. W. (1996). The Bible exposition commentary. Wheaton, IL: Victor Books.