2 Corinthians 11:18

Spanish Version Is Called = Free Bible Version or (Versión Biblia Libre = VBL) - Public Domain - http://www.freebibleversion.org/ - Copyright © 2018 Jonathan Gallagher y Shelly Barrios de Avila

Pero como muchos andan por ahí jactándose como lo hace el mundo, entonces permítanme hacerlo también.

¿Qué significa esto?

In this verse from 2 Corinthians, Paul is saying that since many people boast about their physical achievements or abilities, he will also talk about his own accomplishments. It's a way for him to show his credentials and prove his worth as an apostle.

Explicado para niños

Imagine if all your friends were showing off how fast they could run or how high they could jump. Paul is saying that since everyone else is boasting about their physical abilities, he will do the same thing to show people why they should listen to him.

Contexto histórico

This verse was written by the Apostle Paul around AD 54-56 in Corinth, Greece. He wrote it to the church in Corinth who were being influenced by false teachers claiming superior credentials. The cultural setting involved a mix of Greek philosophy and Jewish legalism that valued physical achievements.

Aplicación para hoy

Today, we might see people boasting about their physical fitness or material possessions on social media. Like Paul, instead of getting dragged into such comparisons, one can use these platforms to highlight spiritual accomplishments and genuine values that truly enrich life.

Temas

• boasting
• credentials
• apostleship
• church leadership
• false teachers
• spiritual gifts

Versículos relacionados

• 1 Corinthians 9:2
• Philippians 3:4-6
• Jeremiah 9:23-24
• Galatians 5:22-23
• Romans 8:1

Preguntas frecuentes

Is Paul really boasting in this verse?

Paul is using a rhetorical device to make a point about how the Corinthians should value spiritual accomplishments over physical ones. He's not actually proud of his flesh.

Who were the false teachers that Paul was addressing?

Paul is using a rhetorical device to make a point about how the Corinthians should value spiritual accomplishments over physical ones. He's not actually proud of his flesh.

How does this relate to modern social media culture?

In today’s world, many people boast about their physical achievements or material possessions on platforms like Instagram and Facebook. This verse reminds us to focus on spiritual growth and genuine values over superficial bragging.

What can we learn from Paul's approach in this passage?

Paul shows that it’s important not to compare ourselves with others based on physical or material accomplishments, but rather to focus on our spiritual journey and the work of God within us.