Paul does not seek glory for himself but rather his reluctant boasting is to give glory to God who enabled him. Paul starts by expressing concern for their spiritual well-being. . Surprised at how quickly they have left his teaching to follow these false teachers, he makes the point he is not inferior to them. Though he does not necessarily rely on eloquence, it is the quality of the message he preaches that sets him apart from these philosophical so-called super-apostles. It is the gospel alone that causes change in the hearts of people. Paul uses his boasts to express his love of the Corinthians. He will not change his practice because others attack him. He is a messenger from God while these false teachers are servants of Satan. Calling others servants of Satan is a serious charge but Paul does not shrink form that charge. They have misled the saints and continue so to do. Interestingly, even today this happens. Only as we seriously study and become knowledgeable in God’s Word can we defend the true faith.
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Message 20 Gospel Power in Human Weakness Grace Baptist Church
