2 Corinthians 10:12

Contemporary English Version 1995

We won't dare compare ourselves with those who think so much of themselves. But they are foolish to compare themselves with themselves.

Cross References

Proverbs 27:2

Don't brag about yourself— let others praise you.

Proverbs 26:12

There is more hope for a fool than for someone who says, “I'm really smart!”

Luke 18:11

The Pharisee stood over by himself and prayed, “God, I thank you that I am not greedy, dishonest, and unfaithful in marriage like other people. And I am really glad that I am not like that tax collector over there.

2 Corinthians 10:18

You may brag about yourself, but the only approval that counts is the Lord's approval.

Romans 15:18

In fact, all I will talk about is how Christ let me speak and work, so that the Gentiles would obey him.

2 Corinthians 3:1

Are we once again bragging about ourselves? Do we need letters to you or from you to tell others about us? Some people do need letters telling about them.

Proverbs 25:27

Don't eat too much honey or always want praise.

2 Corinthians 5:12

We are not trying once more to brag about ourselves. But we want you to be proud of us, when you are with those who are not sincere and brag about what others think of them.

Job 12:2

You think you are so great, with all the answers.

2 Corinthians 10:11

Those people had better understand that when I am with you, I will do exactly what I say in my letters.