Or even going up to Jerusalem to see those who were Apostles before me, I went to Arabia, and came back again to Damascus.

I did not, however, see any other Apostle, except James, the Master's brother.

If, while seeking to be pronounced righteous through union with Christ, we were ourselves seen to be outcasts, would that make Christ an agent of sin? Heaven forbid!

You see, then, that those whose lives are based on faith are the Sons of Abraham.

Certain people are seeking your favor, but with no honorable object. No, indeed, they want to isolate you, so that you will have to seek their favor.

See in what large letters I am writing with my own hand.