does Paul expending himself for the Corinthians demonstrate the Catholic doctrine of indulgences?
No. Paul is simply saying he is willing to “spend everything he has” (monetarily and materially), and “expend myself” (time and physical life) as well for the Corinthians. If it did prove the doctrine of indulgences, then since Paul was not dead yet, a person living on earth could provide indulgences for other people living on earth. See When Cultists Ask p.246-247 for more info. Q: In 2 Cor 12:16, how was Paul being crafty? A: Paul was being sarcastic here and in 2 Corinthians 12:13. Paul was apparently accused of being crafty and taking advantage of them, when the truth of the matter was that he could have rightfully asked them for monetary support, but he chose not to ask. As Christians, sometimes we can make an extra effort for others, only to have it thrown back in our face by suspicious people. We are to keep on loving them, though. Q: In 2 Cor 12:20, what are gossip and slander, and why are they wrong? A: Gossip is telling something about someone else that does not need to be sa
