For I am no peddler of God's message, like most men, but like a man of sincerity, commissioned by God and in his presence, in union with Christ I utter his message.

and begged me most earnestly, of their own accord, to let them share in the support of their fellow-Christians.

for I know how willing you are to help in it; I boast of you for it to the people in Macedonia, telling them that Greece has been ready since last year, and your enthusiasm has been a stimulus to most of them.

The signs that mark a true apostle were most patiently shown when I was among you, in signs, wonders, and marvels.