2 Corinthians 11:12 But what I am doing I will keep doing, [for I am determined to keep this independence] in order to cut off the claim of those who want an opportunity to be r...

11:12 AMP

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Amplified Bible - But what I am doing I will keep doing, [for I am determined to keep this independence] in order to cut off the claim of those who want an opportunity to be regarded just as we are in the things they brag about.
新标点和合本 - 我现在所做的，后来还要做，为要断绝那些寻机会人的机会，使他们在所夸的事上也不过与我们一样。
和合本2010（上帝版-简体） - 我现在所做的，将来还要做，为要断绝那些寻机会之人的机会，不让他们在所夸耀的事上被人认为与我们一样。
和合本2010（神版-简体） - 我现在所做的，将来还要做，为要断绝那些寻机会之人的机会，不让他们在所夸耀的事上被人认为与我们一样。
当代译本 - 我现在所做的，将来还会继续做下去，为了要断绝那些投机分子的机会，使他们无法在所夸耀的事上被认为与我们一样。
圣经新译本 - 我现在所作的，将来还要作，为了要断绝那些投机分子的机会，不让他们在所夸的事上，被人认为是跟我们一样的。
中文标准译本 - 我现在所做的，将来还要做，为要断绝那些人的机会——他们想找一个机会，好让别人以为他们所夸耀的与我们一样，
现代标点和合本 - 我现在所做的，后来还要做，为要断绝那些寻机会人的机会，使他们在所夸的事上也不过与我们一样。
和合本（拼音版） - 我现在所作的，后来还要作，为要断绝那些寻机会人的机会，使他们在所夸的事上也不过与我们一样。
New International Version - And I will keep on doing what I am doing in order to cut the ground from under those who want an opportunity to be considered equal with us in the things they boast about.
New International Reader's Version - And I will keep on doing what I’m doing. That will stop those who claim they have things to brag about. They think they have a chance to be considered equal with us.
English Standard Version - And what I am doing I will continue to do, in order to undermine the claim of those who would like to claim that in their boasted mission they work on the same terms as we do.
New Living Translation - But I will continue doing what I have always done. This will undercut those who are looking for an opportunity to boast that their work is just like ours.
The Message - And I’m not changing my position on this. I’d die before taking your money. I’m giving nobody grounds for lumping me in with those money-grubbing “preachers,” vaunting themselves as something special. They’re a sorry bunch—pseudo-apostles, lying preachers, crooked workers—posing as Christ’s agents but sham to the core. And no wonder! Satan does it all the time, dressing up as a beautiful angel of light. So it shouldn’t surprise us when his servants masquerade as servants of God. But they’re not getting by with anything. They’ll pay for it in the end.
Christian Standard Bible - But I will continue to do what I am doing, in order to deny an opportunity to those who want to be regarded as our equals in what they boast about.
New American Standard Bible - But what I am doing I will also continue to do, so that I may eliminate the opportunity from those who want an opportunity to be regarded just as we are in the matter about which they are boasting.
New King James Version - But what I do, I will also continue to do, that I may cut off the opportunity from those who desire an opportunity to be regarded just as we are in the things of which they boast.
American Standard Version - But what I do, that I will do, that I may cut off occasion from them that desire an occasion; that wherein they glory, they may be found even as we.
King James Version - But what I do, that I will do, that I may cut off occasion from them which desire occasion; that wherein they glory, they may be found even as we.
New English Translation - And what I am doing I will continue to do, so that I may eliminate any opportunity for those who want a chance to be regarded as our equals in the things they boast about.
World English Bible - But what I do, that I will do, that I may cut off occasion from those who desire an occasion, that in which they boast, they may be found even as we.
新標點和合本 - 我現在所做的，後來還要做，為要斷絕那些尋機會人的機會，使他們在所誇的事上也不過與我們一樣。
和合本2010（上帝版-繁體） - 我現在所做的，將來還要做，為要斷絕那些尋機會之人的機會，不讓他們在所誇耀的事上被人認為與我們一樣。
和合本2010（神版-繁體） - 我現在所做的，將來還要做，為要斷絕那些尋機會之人的機會，不讓他們在所誇耀的事上被人認為與我們一樣。
當代譯本 - 我現在所做的，將來還會繼續做下去，為了要斷絕那些投機分子的機會，使他們無法在所誇耀的事上被認為與我們一樣。
聖經新譯本 - 我現在所作的，將來還要作，為了要斷絕那些投機分子的機會，不讓他們在所誇的事上，被人認為是跟我們一樣的。
呂振中譯本 - 但我現在所作的、將來還要作，好截掉那些願得機會之人的機會，使他們在所誇口的事上能被人看出是企圖要跟我們平等。
中文標準譯本 - 我現在所做的，將來還要做，為要斷絕那些人的機會——他們想找一個機會，好讓別人以為他們所誇耀的與我們一樣，
現代標點和合本 - 我現在所做的，後來還要做，為要斷絕那些尋機會人的機會，使他們在所誇的事上也不過與我們一樣。
文理和合譯本 - 但我所行者、終必行之、以絕機於尋機者、使其所誇無異於我、
文理委辦譯本 - 余昔行是、今亦將行是、彼所謀者、吾絕其謀、使其自詡、卒無異我、
施約瑟淺文理新舊約聖經 - 我今所行者、後亦必行之、以絕機於彼尋機之人、即欲即欲或作使其在自誇之事、與我無異者、
吳經熊文理聖詠與新經全集 - 顧吾之所以為此、且願守此不渝者、不欲予人以口實、而謂若輩之所誇亦同乎吾儕之所誇耳。
Nueva Versión Internacional - Pero seguiré haciendo lo que hago, a fin de quitar todo pretexto a aquellos que, buscando una oportunidad para hacerse iguales a nosotros, se jactan de lo que hacen.
현대인의 성경 - 나는 지금까지 해 온 일을 그대로 계속 밀고 나가겠습니다. 이것은 거짓 사도들이 노리는 기회를 주지 않고 그들도 우리처럼 보수를 받지 않고 일하는 것을 자랑하도록 하기 위한 것입니다.
Новый Русский Перевод - И я буду продолжать поступать так же, чтобы не давать повода тем, кто ищет повод считаться равными нам, чем они и хвалятся.
Восточный перевод - чтобы не давать повода тем, кто ищет повод считаться равными нам в деле служения Всевышнему, чем они и хвалятся.
Восточный перевод, версия с «Аллахом» - чтобы не давать повода тем, кто ищет повод считаться равными нам в деле служения Аллаху, чем они и хвалятся.
Восточный перевод, версия для Таджикистана - чтобы не давать повода тем, кто ищет повод считаться равными нам в деле служения Всевышнему, чем они и хвалятся.
La Bible du Semeur 2015 - Mais j’agis ainsi, et je continuerai à le faire, pour ôter toute possibilité – à ceux qui en cherchent une – de se présenter comme nos égaux en s’appuyant sur leurs prétendus titres de gloire.
リビングバイブル - しかし、今のやり方を、これからも続けるつもりです。それは、私たちと同じように神のために働いていると誇る人たちにつけこむ機会を与えないためです。
Nestle Aland 28 - Ὃ δὲ ποιῶ, καὶ ποιήσω, ἵνα ἐκκόψω τὴν ἀφορμὴν τῶν θελόντων ἀφορμήν, ἵνα ἐν ᾧ καυχῶνται εὑρεθῶσιν καθὼς καὶ ἡμεῖς.
unfoldingWord® Greek New Testament - ὃ δὲ ποιῶ, καὶ ποιήσω, ἵνα ἐκκόψω τὴν ἀφορμὴν τῶν θελόντων ἀφορμήν, ἵνα ἐν ᾧ καυχῶνται, εὑρεθῶσιν καθὼς καὶ ἡμεῖς.
Nova Versão Internacional - E continuarei fazendo o que faço, a fim de não dar oportunidade àqueles que desejam encontrar ocasião de serem considerados iguais a nós nas coisas de que se orgulham.
Hoffnung für alle - Trotzdem will ich auch in Zukunft kein Geld von euch annehmen. Denn gewisse Leute sollen keine Gelegenheit bekommen, sich mit uns als Apostel auf eine Stufe zu stellen und zu behaupten, sie würden sich ebenso verhalten wie wir. In Wirklichkeit unterscheiden wir uns in vielem!
Kinh Thánh Hiện Đại - Tôi vẫn tiếp tục hành động như thế, để khỏi tạo cơ hội cho những người tìm dịp khoe khoang rằng họ cũng phục vụ như chúng tôi.
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交叉引用

2 Corinthians 10:17 - However, “Let him who boasts boast in the Lord.”
Philippians 1:15 - Some, it is true, are [actually] preaching Christ out of envy and rivalry [toward me—for no better reason than a competitive spirit or misguided ambition], but others out of goodwill and a loyal spirit [toward me].
Philippians 1:16 - The latter [preach Christ] out of love, because they know that I have been put here [by God on purpose] for the defense of the gospel;
Philippians 1:17 - but the former preach Christ [insincerely] out of selfish ambition [just self-promotion], thinking that they are causing me distress in my imprisonment.
Philippians 1:18 - What then [does it matter]? So long as in every way, whether in pretense [for self-promotion] or in all honesty [to spread the truth], Christ is being preached; and in this I rejoice. Yes, and I will rejoice [later as well],
Philippians 1:19 - for I know [with confidence] that this will turn out for my deliverance and spiritual well-being, through your prayers and the [superabundant] supply of the Spirit of Jesus Christ [which upholds me].
Philippians 1:20 - It is my own eager expectation and hope, that [looking toward the future] I will not disgrace myself nor be ashamed in anything, but that with courage and the utmost freedom of speech, even now as always, Christ will be magnified and exalted in my body, whether by life or by death.
Philippians 1:21 - For to me, to live is Christ [He is my source of joy, my reason to live] and to die is gain [for I will be with Him in eternity].
Philippians 1:22 - If, however, it is to be life here and I am to go on living, this will mean useful and productive service for me; so I do not know which to choose [if I am given that choice].
Philippians 1:23 - But I am hard-pressed between the two. I have the desire to leave [this world] and be with Christ, for that is far, far better;
Philippians 1:24 - yet to remain in my body is more necessary and essential for your sake.
Philippians 1:25 - Since I am convinced of this, I know that I will remain and continue with all of you for your progress and joy in the faith,
Philippians 1:26 - so that your rejoicing for me may overflow in Christ Jesus through my coming to you again.
Philippians 1:27 - Only [be sure to] lead your lives in a manner [that will be] worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that whether I do come and see you or remain absent, I will hear about you that you are standing firm in one spirit [and one purpose], with one mind striving side by side [as if in combat] for the faith of the gospel.
Philippians 1:28 - And in no way be alarmed or intimidated [in anything] by your opponents, for such [constancy and fearlessness on your part] is a [clear] sign [a proof and a seal] for them of [their impending] destruction, but [a clear sign] for you of deliverance and salvation, and that too, from God.
Philippians 1:29 - For you have been granted [the privilege] for Christ’s sake, not only to believe and confidently trust in Him, but also to suffer for His sake,
Philippians 1:30 - [and so you are] experiencing the same [kind of] conflict which you saw me endure, and which you hear to be mine now.
2 Corinthians 11:18 - Since many boast [of worldly things and brag] about human accomplishments, I will boast too.
Job 23:13 - But He is unique and unchangeable, and who can turn Him? And what His soul desires, that He does.
1 Timothy 5:14 - So I want younger widows to get married, have children, manage their households, and not give opponents of the faith any occasion for slander.
2 Corinthians 5:12 - We are not commending ourselves to you again, but are giving you an occasion to be [rightfully] proud of us, so that you will have an answer for those who take pride in [outward] appearances [the virtues they pretend to have] rather than what is [actually] in heart.
Galatians 6:13 - For even the circumcised [Jews] themselves do not [really] keep the Law, but they want to have you circumcised so that they may boast in your flesh [that is, in the fact that they convinced you to be circumcised].
Galatians 6:14 - But far be it from me to boast [in anything or anyone], except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom the world has been crucified to me, and I to the world.
Galatians 1:7 - which is really not another [gospel]; but there are [obviously] some [people masquerading as teachers] who are disturbing and confusing you [with a misleading, counterfeit teaching] and want to distort the gospel of Christ [twisting it into something which it absolutely is not].
2 Corinthians 1:17 - So then, was I indecisive or capricious when I was [originally] planning this? Or the things I plan, do I plan in a self-serving way like a worldly man, ready to say, “Yes, yes” and “No, no” [at the same time]?
2 Corinthians 11:9 - And when I was with you and ran short [financially], I did not burden any of you; for what I needed was fully supplied by the brothers (Silas and Timothy) who came from Macedonia (the church at Philippi). So I kept myself from being a burden to you in any way, and will continue to do so.
1 Corinthians 5:6 - Your boasting [over the supposed spirituality of your church] is not good [indeed, it is vulgar and inappropriate]. Do you not know that [just] a little leaven ferments the whole batch [of dough, just as a little sin corrupts a person or an entire church]?
1 Corinthians 9:12 - If others share in this rightful claim over you, do not we even more? However, we did not exercise this right, but we put up with everything so that we will not hinder [the spread of] the good news of Christ.

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交叉引用

Amplified Bible - But what I am doing I will keep doing, [for I am determined to keep this independence] in order to cut off the claim of those who want an opportunity to be regarded just as we are in the things they brag about.
新标点和合本 - 我现在所做的，后来还要做，为要断绝那些寻机会人的机会，使他们在所夸的事上也不过与我们一样。
和合本2010（上帝版-简体） - 我现在所做的，将来还要做，为要断绝那些寻机会之人的机会，不让他们在所夸耀的事上被人认为与我们一样。
和合本2010（神版-简体） - 我现在所做的，将来还要做，为要断绝那些寻机会之人的机会，不让他们在所夸耀的事上被人认为与我们一样。
当代译本 - 我现在所做的，将来还会继续做下去，为了要断绝那些投机分子的机会，使他们无法在所夸耀的事上被认为与我们一样。
圣经新译本 - 我现在所作的，将来还要作，为了要断绝那些投机分子的机会，不让他们在所夸的事上，被人认为是跟我们一样的。
中文标准译本 - 我现在所做的，将来还要做，为要断绝那些人的机会——他们想找一个机会，好让别人以为他们所夸耀的与我们一样，
现代标点和合本 - 我现在所做的，后来还要做，为要断绝那些寻机会人的机会，使他们在所夸的事上也不过与我们一样。
和合本（拼音版） - 我现在所作的，后来还要作，为要断绝那些寻机会人的机会，使他们在所夸的事上也不过与我们一样。
New International Version - And I will keep on doing what I am doing in order to cut the ground from under those who want an opportunity to be considered equal with us in the things they boast about.
New International Reader's Version - And I will keep on doing what I’m doing. That will stop those who claim they have things to brag about. They think they have a chance to be considered equal with us.
English Standard Version - And what I am doing I will continue to do, in order to undermine the claim of those who would like to claim that in their boasted mission they work on the same terms as we do.
New Living Translation - But I will continue doing what I have always done. This will undercut those who are looking for an opportunity to boast that their work is just like ours.
The Message - And I’m not changing my position on this. I’d die before taking your money. I’m giving nobody grounds for lumping me in with those money-grubbing “preachers,” vaunting themselves as something special. They’re a sorry bunch—pseudo-apostles, lying preachers, crooked workers—posing as Christ’s agents but sham to the core. And no wonder! Satan does it all the time, dressing up as a beautiful angel of light. So it shouldn’t surprise us when his servants masquerade as servants of God. But they’re not getting by with anything. They’ll pay for it in the end.
Christian Standard Bible - But I will continue to do what I am doing, in order to deny an opportunity to those who want to be regarded as our equals in what they boast about.
New American Standard Bible - But what I am doing I will also continue to do, so that I may eliminate the opportunity from those who want an opportunity to be regarded just as we are in the matter about which they are boasting.
New King James Version - But what I do, I will also continue to do, that I may cut off the opportunity from those who desire an opportunity to be regarded just as we are in the things of which they boast.
American Standard Version - But what I do, that I will do, that I may cut off occasion from them that desire an occasion; that wherein they glory, they may be found even as we.
King James Version - But what I do, that I will do, that I may cut off occasion from them which desire occasion; that wherein they glory, they may be found even as we.
New English Translation - And what I am doing I will continue to do, so that I may eliminate any opportunity for those who want a chance to be regarded as our equals in the things they boast about.
World English Bible - But what I do, that I will do, that I may cut off occasion from those who desire an occasion, that in which they boast, they may be found even as we.
新標點和合本 - 我現在所做的，後來還要做，為要斷絕那些尋機會人的機會，使他們在所誇的事上也不過與我們一樣。
和合本2010（上帝版-繁體） - 我現在所做的，將來還要做，為要斷絕那些尋機會之人的機會，不讓他們在所誇耀的事上被人認為與我們一樣。
和合本2010（神版-繁體） - 我現在所做的，將來還要做，為要斷絕那些尋機會之人的機會，不讓他們在所誇耀的事上被人認為與我們一樣。
當代譯本 - 我現在所做的，將來還會繼續做下去，為了要斷絕那些投機分子的機會，使他們無法在所誇耀的事上被認為與我們一樣。
聖經新譯本 - 我現在所作的，將來還要作，為了要斷絕那些投機分子的機會，不讓他們在所誇的事上，被人認為是跟我們一樣的。
呂振中譯本 - 但我現在所作的、將來還要作，好截掉那些願得機會之人的機會，使他們在所誇口的事上能被人看出是企圖要跟我們平等。
中文標準譯本 - 我現在所做的，將來還要做，為要斷絕那些人的機會——他們想找一個機會，好讓別人以為他們所誇耀的與我們一樣，
現代標點和合本 - 我現在所做的，後來還要做，為要斷絕那些尋機會人的機會，使他們在所誇的事上也不過與我們一樣。
文理和合譯本 - 但我所行者、終必行之、以絕機於尋機者、使其所誇無異於我、
文理委辦譯本 - 余昔行是、今亦將行是、彼所謀者、吾絕其謀、使其自詡、卒無異我、
施約瑟淺文理新舊約聖經 - 我今所行者、後亦必行之、以絕機於彼尋機之人、即欲即欲或作使其在自誇之事、與我無異者、
吳經熊文理聖詠與新經全集 - 顧吾之所以為此、且願守此不渝者、不欲予人以口實、而謂若輩之所誇亦同乎吾儕之所誇耳。
Nueva Versión Internacional - Pero seguiré haciendo lo que hago, a fin de quitar todo pretexto a aquellos que, buscando una oportunidad para hacerse iguales a nosotros, se jactan de lo que hacen.
현대인의 성경 - 나는 지금까지 해 온 일을 그대로 계속 밀고 나가겠습니다. 이것은 거짓 사도들이 노리는 기회를 주지 않고 그들도 우리처럼 보수를 받지 않고 일하는 것을 자랑하도록 하기 위한 것입니다.
Новый Русский Перевод - И я буду продолжать поступать так же, чтобы не давать повода тем, кто ищет повод считаться равными нам, чем они и хвалятся.
Восточный перевод - чтобы не давать повода тем, кто ищет повод считаться равными нам в деле служения Всевышнему, чем они и хвалятся.
Восточный перевод, версия с «Аллахом» - чтобы не давать повода тем, кто ищет повод считаться равными нам в деле служения Аллаху, чем они и хвалятся.
Восточный перевод, версия для Таджикистана - чтобы не давать повода тем, кто ищет повод считаться равными нам в деле служения Всевышнему, чем они и хвалятся.
La Bible du Semeur 2015 - Mais j’agis ainsi, et je continuerai à le faire, pour ôter toute possibilité – à ceux qui en cherchent une – de se présenter comme nos égaux en s’appuyant sur leurs prétendus titres de gloire.
リビングバイブル - しかし、今のやり方を、これからも続けるつもりです。それは、私たちと同じように神のために働いていると誇る人たちにつけこむ機会を与えないためです。
Nestle Aland 28 - Ὃ δὲ ποιῶ, καὶ ποιήσω, ἵνα ἐκκόψω τὴν ἀφορμὴν τῶν θελόντων ἀφορμήν, ἵνα ἐν ᾧ καυχῶνται εὑρεθῶσιν καθὼς καὶ ἡμεῖς.
unfoldingWord® Greek New Testament - ὃ δὲ ποιῶ, καὶ ποιήσω, ἵνα ἐκκόψω τὴν ἀφορμὴν τῶν θελόντων ἀφορμήν, ἵνα ἐν ᾧ καυχῶνται, εὑρεθῶσιν καθὼς καὶ ἡμεῖς.
Nova Versão Internacional - E continuarei fazendo o que faço, a fim de não dar oportunidade àqueles que desejam encontrar ocasião de serem considerados iguais a nós nas coisas de que se orgulham.
Hoffnung für alle - Trotzdem will ich auch in Zukunft kein Geld von euch annehmen. Denn gewisse Leute sollen keine Gelegenheit bekommen, sich mit uns als Apostel auf eine Stufe zu stellen und zu behaupten, sie würden sich ebenso verhalten wie wir. In Wirklichkeit unterscheiden wir uns in vielem!
Kinh Thánh Hiện Đại - Tôi vẫn tiếp tục hành động như thế, để khỏi tạo cơ hội cho những người tìm dịp khoe khoang rằng họ cũng phục vụ như chúng tôi.
พระคริสตธรรมคัมภีร์ไทย ฉบับอมตธรรมร่วมสมัย - ข้าพเจ้าจะทำเหมือนที่ทำอยู่นี้ต่อไป เพื่อหยุดยั้งคนเหล่านั้นที่กำลังหาโอกาสให้ได้รับการยอมรับเสมอกับเราในสิ่งที่เขาโอ้อวด
พระคัมภีร์ ฉบับแปลใหม่ - อะไรก็ตามที่ข้าพเจ้ากระทำอยู่ ข้าพเจ้าก็จะกระทำต่อไป เพื่อปิดโอกาสไม่ให้พวกที่ต้องการฉวยโอกาสโอ้อวดว่า เขาทำงานเหมือนกับที่เราทำ

2 Corinthians 10:17 - However, “Let him who boasts boast in the Lord.”
Philippians 1:15 - Some, it is true, are [actually] preaching Christ out of envy and rivalry [toward me—for no better reason than a competitive spirit or misguided ambition], but others out of goodwill and a loyal spirit [toward me].
Philippians 1:16 - The latter [preach Christ] out of love, because they know that I have been put here [by God on purpose] for the defense of the gospel;
Philippians 1:17 - but the former preach Christ [insincerely] out of selfish ambition [just self-promotion], thinking that they are causing me distress in my imprisonment.
Philippians 1:18 - What then [does it matter]? So long as in every way, whether in pretense [for self-promotion] or in all honesty [to spread the truth], Christ is being preached; and in this I rejoice. Yes, and I will rejoice [later as well],
Philippians 1:19 - for I know [with confidence] that this will turn out for my deliverance and spiritual well-being, through your prayers and the [superabundant] supply of the Spirit of Jesus Christ [which upholds me].
Philippians 1:20 - It is my own eager expectation and hope, that [looking toward the future] I will not disgrace myself nor be ashamed in anything, but that with courage and the utmost freedom of speech, even now as always, Christ will be magnified and exalted in my body, whether by life or by death.
Philippians 1:21 - For to me, to live is Christ [He is my source of joy, my reason to live] and to die is gain [for I will be with Him in eternity].
Philippians 1:22 - If, however, it is to be life here and I am to go on living, this will mean useful and productive service for me; so I do not know which to choose [if I am given that choice].
Philippians 1:23 - But I am hard-pressed between the two. I have the desire to leave [this world] and be with Christ, for that is far, far better;
Philippians 1:24 - yet to remain in my body is more necessary and essential for your sake.
Philippians 1:25 - Since I am convinced of this, I know that I will remain and continue with all of you for your progress and joy in the faith,
Philippians 1:26 - so that your rejoicing for me may overflow in Christ Jesus through my coming to you again.
Philippians 1:27 - Only [be sure to] lead your lives in a manner [that will be] worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that whether I do come and see you or remain absent, I will hear about you that you are standing firm in one spirit [and one purpose], with one mind striving side by side [as if in combat] for the faith of the gospel.
Philippians 1:28 - And in no way be alarmed or intimidated [in anything] by your opponents, for such [constancy and fearlessness on your part] is a [clear] sign [a proof and a seal] for them of [their impending] destruction, but [a clear sign] for you of deliverance and salvation, and that too, from God.
Philippians 1:29 - For you have been granted [the privilege] for Christ’s sake, not only to believe and confidently trust in Him, but also to suffer for His sake,
Philippians 1:30 - [and so you are] experiencing the same [kind of] conflict which you saw me endure, and which you hear to be mine now.
2 Corinthians 11:18 - Since many boast [of worldly things and brag] about human accomplishments, I will boast too.
Job 23:13 - But He is unique and unchangeable, and who can turn Him? And what His soul desires, that He does.
1 Timothy 5:14 - So I want younger widows to get married, have children, manage their households, and not give opponents of the faith any occasion for slander.
2 Corinthians 5:12 - We are not commending ourselves to you again, but are giving you an occasion to be [rightfully] proud of us, so that you will have an answer for those who take pride in [outward] appearances [the virtues they pretend to have] rather than what is [actually] in heart.
Galatians 6:13 - For even the circumcised [Jews] themselves do not [really] keep the Law, but they want to have you circumcised so that they may boast in your flesh [that is, in the fact that they convinced you to be circumcised].
Galatians 6:14 - But far be it from me to boast [in anything or anyone], except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, through whom the world has been crucified to me, and I to the world.
Galatians 1:7 - which is really not another [gospel]; but there are [obviously] some [people masquerading as teachers] who are disturbing and confusing you [with a misleading, counterfeit teaching] and want to distort the gospel of Christ [twisting it into something which it absolutely is not].
2 Corinthians 1:17 - So then, was I indecisive or capricious when I was [originally] planning this? Or the things I plan, do I plan in a self-serving way like a worldly man, ready to say, “Yes, yes” and “No, no” [at the same time]?
2 Corinthians 11:9 - And when I was with you and ran short [financially], I did not burden any of you; for what I needed was fully supplied by the brothers (Silas and Timothy) who came from Macedonia (the church at Philippi). So I kept myself from being a burden to you in any way, and will continue to do so.
1 Corinthians 5:6 - Your boasting [over the supposed spirituality of your church] is not good [indeed, it is vulgar and inappropriate]. Do you not know that [just] a little leaven ferments the whole batch [of dough, just as a little sin corrupts a person or an entire church]?
1 Corinthians 9:12 - If others share in this rightful claim over you, do not we even more? However, we did not exercise this right, but we put up with everything so that we will not hinder [the spread of] the good news of Christ.