14 I hope I will never brag about things like that. The cross of our Lord Jesus Christ is my only reason for bragging. Through the cross of Jesus my world was crucified and I died to the world.
15 It is not important if a man is circumcised or not circumcised. The important thing is being the new people God has made.
16 Peace and mercy to those who follow this rule—to all of God’s people.
17 So do not give me any more trouble. I have scars on my body. These show I belong to Christ Jesus.