2 Corinthians 10:18

“For not he that commendeth himself is approved, but whom the Lord commendeth.”

"For not he that commendeth himself is approved, but whom the Lord commendeth." - 2 Corinthians 10:18
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What does 2 Corinthians 10:18 mean?

2 Corinthians 10:18 (KJV) states, "For not he that commendeth himself is approved, but whom the Lord commendeth." This verse is found in the second letter of Paul to the Corinthians and is a part of a larger passage in which Paul defends his apostolic authority and the validity…

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True Approval: Seeking God's Commendation Over Self-Validation

In the world we live in, there is an overwhelming emphasis on self-promotion. Social media brims with carefully curated images and accomplishments, and it is all too easy to fall into the trap of seeking validation from others. Yet, in his second letter to the Corinthians, the…

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Prayer for Divine Approval in Our Lives

Heavenly Father, As I come before You today, I am humbled by Your greatness and Your infinite wisdom. Thank You, Lord, for Your Word, which guides us and enlightens our hearts. In 2 Corinthians 10:18, it reminds us that, "For not he that commendeth himself is approved, but whom…

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