(2Co 10:18) “For not he that commendeth himself is approved, but whom the Lord commendeth.” Remember, men were seeking to exalt self by putting Paul down. Always beware of those who are quick to speak negatively of others. The saved are admonished: (Php_2:3) “Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.”