2 Corinthians 10:7, 12, 15

Look at the obvious facts. Those who say they belong to Christ must recognize that we belong to Christ as much as they do.

Oh, don’t worry; we wouldn’t dare say that we are as wonderful as these other men who tell you how important they are! But they are only comparing themselves with each other, using themselves as the standard of measurement. How ignorant!

Nor do we boast and claim credit for the work someone else has done. Instead, we hope that your faith will grow so that the boundaries of our work among you will be extended.