17 [We are;] for we are not peddlers* of the word of God+ as many men are,+ but as out of sincerity, yes, as sent from God, under God’s view, in company with Christ, we are speaking.+

3 In no way are we giving any cause for stumbling,+ that our ministry might not be found fault with;+

20 Thus we are avoiding having any man find fault+ with us in connection with this liberal contribution+ to be administered by us.

9 As we have said above, I also now say again, Whoever it is that is declaring to YOU as good news something beyond what YOU accepted,+ let him be accursed.