Thematic Bible: Ministers should commend themselves to that of their people
Thematic Bible
Conscience » Ministers should commend themselves to that of their people
Since we [apostles] know [what it means] to revere the Lord, we try to persuade people [i.e., to accept the Gospel, or to acknowledge our integrity]. But we are [already] known to God, and I hope that you also know us in your hearts [i.e., to have integrity].
Instead, we have renounced [the practice of] secret, disgraceful behavior. We do not practice deception, nor resort to distorting God's message. But, by making known the truth [i.e., the true message], we commend ourselves to everyone's conscience in the presence of God.
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- Avoiding Secrecy
- Clear Consciences
- Commending Oneself
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- Convincing
- Craftiness
- Deceit, Practice Of
- Deception, Christian Leaders Must Not
- Eliminating Shame
- Faithfulness, In Human Relationships
- Honesty