In this episode of Wednesday in the Word, Krisan Marotta examines how the Apostle Paul defends his ministry against critics who judge him by outward appearance rather than by the message he proclaims. Paul insists that true transformation comes from God’s work in the heart, not from impressive credentials or presentation. Through this passage, Paul calls the Corinthians—and us—to see others through the lens of the gospel, not worldly standards. In this week’s episode, we explore: Why Paul refuses to judge others “according to the flesh” What Paul means by being “beside himself” and “of sound mind” How the love of Christ shapes Paul’s ministry and message What it means to be a new creation in Christ The meaning of the ministry of reconciliation Why Paul calls himself an ambassador for Christ How Paul explains the gospel through the exchange of sin and righteousness. By listening, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of how Paul frames gospel ministry—not as self-promotion, but as a calling shaped by God’s grace and Christ’s love. This episode encourages us to reevaluate how we view others, how we assess ourselves, and how we respond to the gospel’s call to be reconciled to God.