1046 2 Cor.10.12-18 Paul’s Apostolic Authority Pt.2

Paul defends his God-given apostolic authority against false teachers who commend themselves using human standards and intrude on his ministry. He refuses to boast beyond his God-appointed mission, highlighting the Corinthians’ faith as evidence of his labour. Paul contrasts self-commendation with boasting in the Lord, emphasising that true approval comes from God. His ministry points to Christ’s work and aims to expand the gospel, while the false teachers rely on man-made standards, leading to spiritual stagnation and pride.