2 Corinthians 10:18 “For it is not the one who commends himself who is approved, but the on…”

2 Corinthians 10:18

For it is not the one who commends himself who is approved, but the one whom the Lord commends.

Berean Standard Bible

Other translations

King James Version

For not he that commendeth himself is approved, but whom the Lord commendeth.

World English Bible

For it isn’t he who commends himself who is approved, but whom the Lord commends.

American Standard Version

For not he that commendeth himself is approved, but whom the Lord commendeth.

Geneva Bible 1599

For hee that praiseth himselfe, is not alowed, but he whome the Lord praiseth.

Darby Translation

For not he that commends himself is approved, but whom the Lord commends.

Young's Literal Translation

for not he who is commending himself is approved, but he whom the Lord doth commend.

Bible in Basic English

For the Lord's approval of a man is not dependent on his opinion of himself, but on the Lord's opinion of him.

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Cross references

“not”

Proverbs 21:2 Luke 16:15 2 Corinthians 10:12 Luke 18:10–14 Proverbs 27:2 2 Corinthians 3:1

Proverbs 21:2 · BSB

All a man’s ways seem right to him, but the LORD weighs the heart.

Luke 16:15 · BSB

So He said to them, “You are the ones who justify yourselves before men, but God knows your hearts. For what is prized among men is detestable before God.

2 Corinthians 10:12 · BSB

We do not dare to classify or compare ourselves with some who commend themselves. When they measure themselves by themselves and compare themselves with themselves, they show their ignorance.

Luke 18:10–14 · BSB

“Two men went up to the temple to pray. One was a Pharisee and the other a tax collector.

Proverbs 27:2 · BSB

Let another praise you, and not your own mouth— a stranger, and not your own lips.

2 Corinthians 3:1 · BSB

Are we beginning to commend ourselves again? Or do we need, like some people, letters of recommendation to you or from you?

“approved”

Romans 14:18 2 Corinthians 13:7 2 Corinthians 6:4 Acts 2:22 Romans 16:10 1 Corinthians 11:19

Romans 14:18 · BSB

For whoever serves Christ in this way is pleasing to God and approved by men.

2 Corinthians 13:7 · BSB

Now we pray to God that you will not do anything wrong—not that we will appear to have stood the test, but that you will do what is right, even if we appear to have failed.

2 Corinthians 6:4 · BSB

Rather, as servants of God we commend ourselves in every way: in great endurance; in troubles, hardships, and calamities;

Acts 2:22 · BSB

Men of Israel, listen to this message: Jesus of Nazareth was a man certified by God to you by miracles, wonders, and signs, which God did among you through Him, as you yourselves know.

Romans 16:10 · BSB

Greet Apelles, who is approved in Christ. Greet those who belong to the household of Aristobulus.

1 Corinthians 11:19 · BSB

And indeed, there must be differences among you to show which of you are approved.

“but”

Romans 2:29 1 Corinthians 4:5 John 12:43 John 5:42–44 1 Peter 1:7 Matthew 25:20–23

Romans 2:29 · BSB

No, a man is a Jew because he is one inwardly, and circumcision is a matter of the heart, by the Spirit, not by the written code. Such a man’s praise does not come from men, but from God.

1 Corinthians 4:5 · BSB

Therefore judge nothing before the appointed time; wait until the Lord comes. He will bring to light what is hidden in darkness and will expose the motives of men’s hearts. At that time each will receive his praise from…

John 12:43 · BSB

For they loved praise from men more than praise from God.

John 5:42–44 · BSB

but I know you, that you do not have the love of God within you.

1 Peter 1:7 · BSB

so that the proven character of your faith—more precious than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire—may result in praise, glory, and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ.

Matthew 25:20–23 · BSB

The servant who had received the five talents came and presented five more. ‘Master,’ he said, ‘you entrusted me with five talents. See, I have gained five more.’

Cross references adapted from OpenBible.info (CC BY 4.0) and the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

In context

17Rather, “Let him who boasts boast in the Lord.”

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