2 Corinthians 10:12

Twentieth Century New Testament 1904

We have not indeed the audacity to class or compare ourselves with some of those who indulge in self-commendation! But, when such persons measure themselves by themselves, and compare themselves with themselves, they show a want of wisdom.

Cross References

Luke 18:11

The Pharisee stood forward and began praying to himself in this way--'O God, I thank thee that I am not like other men-- thieves, rogues, adulterers--or even like this tax-gatherer.

Romans 15:18

For I will not dare to speak of anything but what Christ has done through me to win the obedience of the Gentiles--

2 Corinthians 10:11

Let such a man be assured of this--that our words in our letters show us to be, when absent, just what our deeds will show us to be, when present.

2 Corinthians 10:18

For it is not the man who commends himself that stands the test, but the man who is commended by the Lord.

2 Corinthians 3:1

Are we beginning to commend ourselves again? Or are we like some who need letters of commendation to you, or from you?

2 Corinthians 5:12

We are not "commending ourselves" again to you, but rather are giving you cause for pride in us, so that you may have an answer ready for those who pride themselves on appearances and not on character.