1048 2 Cor.11.16-33 Boasting in Weakness Pt.1

Paul defends his apostleship by sarcastically boasting like the false teachers. He lists his hardships—beatings, imprisonments, shipwrecks, dangers from various threats, and constant toil—for the sake of Christ. Unlike the false apostles, he endures suffering, showing his genuine commitment. He highlights his escape from Damascus in a basket, emphasising his weakness, which contrasts with worldly boasting. Through this, Paul demonstrates that true apostleship is marked by suffering for Christ, not earthly status.