(1Co 4:4) “For I know nothing by myself; yet am I not hereby justified: but he that judgeth me is the Lord.” The truths taught through the writings by Paul are not his own personal ideas nor insights. They were directed and penned in response to the Holy Spirit’s direct speaking: (2Ti_3:16) “All scripture is given by inspiration [the very breath] of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness:” (also Gal 1:12)