That which I speak, I don’t speak according to the Lord, but as in foolishness, in this confidence of boasting.
THE SURROUNDING PASSAGE
2 Corinthians 11:17 in context
2 Corinthians 11:14–20
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It is no great thing therefore if his servants also masquerade as servants of righteousness, whose end will be according to their works.
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I say again, let no one think me foolish. But if so, yet receive me as foolish, that I also may boast a little.
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That which I speak, I don’t speak according to the Lord, but as in foolishness, in this confidence of boasting.
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Seeing that many boast after the flesh, I will also boast.
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For you bear with the foolish gladly, being wise.
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For you bear with a man if he brings you into bondage, if he devours you, if he takes you captive, if he exalts himself, or if he strikes you on the face.
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