13 Such men are not true apostles but are workers who lie. They change themselves to look like apostles of Christ.
14 This does not surprise us. Even Satan changes himself to look like an angel of light.
15 So it does not surprise us if Satan’s servants also make themselves look like servants who work for what is right. But in the end they will be punished for what they do.
16 I tell you again: No one should think I am a fool. But if you think so, accept me as you would accept a fool. Then I can brag a little, too.
17 When I brag because I feel sure of myself, I am not talking as the Lord would talk but as a fool.
18 Many people are bragging about their lives in the world. So I will brag too.
19 You are wise, so you will gladly be patient with fools!