2 Corinthians 12: Strength in Weakness

Paul describes being caught up to paradise and the thorn in the flesh given to keep him humble. The Lord answers that his grace is enough, for divine power shows itself most fully in weakness. Paul defends his sincerity and fears finding unrepentant sin when he visits.

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In 2 Corinthians 12:16-18, how does Paul respond to an accusation that he exploited the Corinthians through trickery?

He refuses to respond to the accusation at all, saying only God can judge his motivesHe points to Titus and the brother he sent, whose honest conduct toward them matched his own, as evidence against the chargeHe admits the accusation was true and apologizes for how he handled the collection in the pastHe says only Titus, not himself, can be trusted with the Corinthians' money from now on