2 Corinthians 13:6
“But I hope that you will know that we aren’t disqualified.”
What does 2 Corinthians 13:6 mean?
Paul is defending his apostolic authority to the Corinthian church, which had questioned whether he was a genuine messenger of Christ. He's saying that despite the challenges and opposition he's faced, he and his team haven't failed the test of authentic faith and leadership. The word "disqualified" carries the sense of being rejected or found lacking when put to the test. Paul is confident that when they truly examine his life and work, they'll see the genuine fruit of Christ's presence in him, even if his methods or appearance didn't match what some expected from a leader.