2 Corinthians 10:12

The Passion Translation

Of course, we wouldn’t dare to put ourselves in the same class or compare ourselves with those who rate themselves so highly. They compare themselves to one another and make up their own standards to measure themselves by, and then they judge themselves by their own standards. What self-delusion!

Cross References

Proverbs 25:27

It’s good to eat sweet things, but you can take too much. It’s good to be honored, but to seek words of praise is not honor at all.

Proverbs 26:12

There’s only one thing worse than a fool, and that’s the smug, conceited man always in love with his own opinions.

Proverbs 27:2

Let someone else honor you for your accomplishments, for self-praise is never appropriate.

Luke 18:11

The religious leader stood apart from the others and prayed, ‘How I thank you, O God, that I’m not wicked like everyone else. They’re cheaters, swindlers, and crooks—like that tax collector over there. God, you know that I never cheat or commit adultery; I fast from food twice a week and I give you a tenth of all I earn.’

Romans 15:18

And I will not be presumptuous to speak of anything except what Christ has accomplished through me. For many non-Jewish people are coming into faith’s obedience by the power of the Spirit of God, which is displayed through mighty signs and amazing wonders, both in word and deed. Starting from Jerusalem I went from place to place as far as the distant Roman province of Illyricum, fully preaching the wonderful message of Christ.

2 Corinthians 10:11

Such a person should realize that when we arrive, there will be no difference in the actions we take and the words we write.

2 Corinthians 10:18

So let’s be clear. To have the Lord’s approval and commendation is of greater value than bragging about oneself.

2 Corinthians 3:1

Are we beginning to sound like those who speak highly of themselves? Do you really need letters of recommendation to validate our ministry, like others do? Do we really need your letter of endorsement? Of course not!

2 Corinthians 5:12

Again, we are not taking an opportunity to brag, but giving you information that will enable you to be proud of us, and to answer those who esteem outward appearances while overlooking what is in the heart.