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For though I should boast somewhat abundantly concerning our authority, (which the Lord gave for building you up, and not for casting you down) I will not be put to shame,
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Authority's Goal is to Build Up
Commentators unanimously highlight that Paul's apostolic authority was given by the Lord for one primary reason: to build people up (edification). While he had the power to discipline, its ultimate goal was never to tear people down or cause ruin, but to foster spiritual growth, health, and salvation within the church. This principle serves as a vital measure for all leadership in the church.
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2 Corinthians
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18th Century
Presbyterian
For though I should boast, etc. If I should make even higher claims than I have done to a Divine commission. I could urge higher evidence …
Somewhat abundantly (περισσοτερον τ). Comparative, "somewhat more abundantly" than I have, in order to show that he is as true a m…
19th Century
Anglican
For though I should boast somewhat more of our authority.—Literally, somewhat too much—perhaps quoting a word th…
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If the need for self-defense in the face of opposition compelled Paul to “boast [GK 3016] somewhat freely” about his apostolic authority, he was co…
16th Century
Protestant
For though I should boast more largely of my authority. It was a sign of modesty that he counted himself among those whom he greatly excel…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
For though I should boast somewhat more of our authority , &c.] Than as yet he had done, or used to do; or rather th…
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In outward appearance, Paul was unimpressive and despised in the eyes of some, but this was a false rule to judge by. We must not think that an uni…
13th Century
Catholic
Above, the Apostle excused himself by reason; here he excuses himself by the evidence of the facts. In this regard, he does two things. First, he s…
