2Cor 1:12 | MHM | STEP | Paul's Sincerity and Affliction In this passage, Paul defends his honesty and way of life. Some people in Corinth had questioned his character and authority as an apostle. Paul explains that he has lived with sincerity and godliness, not with selfish motives. He wants the Corinthians to trust him and to remember how he and his companions acted among them. Paul’s clear conscience gives him joy even when others criticize him. v. 12 : Paul says he rejoices in the testimony of his conscience. He and his companions have lived with simplicity and godly sincerity. They did not act with worldly wisdom, but by the grace of God, both in their dealings with everyone and especially with the Corinthians (2 Corinthians 1:12 ). Paul’s honest life is his answer to those who question him.

‏ 2 Corinthians 1:12

Paul's Sincerity and Affliction

In this passage, Paul defends his honesty and way of life. Some people in Corinth had questioned his character and authority as an apostle. Paul explains that he has lived with sincerity and godliness, not with selfish motives. He wants the Corinthians to trust him and to remember how he and his companions acted among them. Paul’s clear conscience gives him joy even when others criticize him.

v. 12: Paul says he rejoices in the testimony of his conscience. He and his companions have lived with simplicity and godly sincerity. They did not act with worldly wisdom, but by the grace of God, both in their dealings with everyone and especially with the Corinthians (2 Corinthians 1:12 ^a). Paul’s honest life is his answer to those who question him.