1 Corinthians 9:1-3

Living Bible

9 I am an apostle, God’s messenger, responsible to no mere man. I am one who has actually seen Jesus our Lord with my own eyes. And your changed lives are the result of my hard work for him. ² If in the opinion of others, I am not an apostle, I certainly am to you, for you have been won to Christ through me. ³ This is my answer to those who question my rights.