2 Corinthians 11:16-21

Amplified Bible

¹⁶ I repeat then, let no one think that I am foolish; but even if you do, at least accept me as foolish, so that I too may boast a little. ¹⁷ What I say in this confident boasting, I say not as the Lord would [with His authority], but foolishly. ¹⁸ Since many boast [of worldly things and brag] about human accomplishments, I will boast too. ^19 [a]For you, being so wise, gladly tolerate and accept the foolish [like me]! ²⁰ For you tolerate it if anyone makes you his slave; or devours you and your possessions; or takes advantage of you; or acts presumptuously; or hits you in the face. ²¹ To my shame, I must say, we have been too weak [in comparison to those pseudo-apostles who take advantage of you].

But in whatever anyone else dares to boast—I am speaking foolishly—I also dare to boast.