2 Corinthians 11:16-21

GOD’S WORD Translation

More Reasons for Paul to Brag

¹⁶ Again I say that no one should think that I’m a fool. But if you do, then take me for a fool so that I can also brag a little. ¹⁷ What I say as I start bragging is foolishness. It’s not something I would say if I were speaking for the Lord. ¹⁸ Since it’s common for people to brag, I’ll do it too. ¹⁹ You’re wise, so you’ll gladly put up with fools. ²⁰ When someone makes you slaves, consumes your wealth, seizes your property, orders you around, or slaps your faces, you put up with it. ²¹ I’m ashamed to admit it, but Timothy and I don’t have the strength to do those things to you.

Whatever other people dare to brag about, I, like a fool, can also brag about.