12. For —the reason why he leaves the manifestation of his sincerity in preaching to their consciences ( 2 Corinthians 3:1 ), namely, his not wishing to "commend" himself again. occasion to glory — ( 2 Corinthians 3:1- : ), namely, as to our sincerity. in appearance — Greek, "face" (compare 1 Samuel 16:7 ). The false teachers gloried in their outward appearance, and in external recommendations ( 1 Samuel 16:7- : ) their learning, eloquence, wisdom, riches, not in vital religion in their heart. Their conscience does not attest their inward sincerity, as mine does ( 1 Samuel 16:7- : ). return to ' Top of Page ' <a name="verse-13" class="com-number"
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