12 But what I do, I will also continue to do, ^athat I may cut off the opportunity from those who desire an opportunity to be regarded just as we are in the things of which they boast.  ‡

13 For such ^aare false apostles, ^bdeceitful workers, transforming themselves into apostles of Christ.  ‡

14 And no wonder! For Satan himself transforms himself into ^aan angel of light.  ‡

15 Therefore it is no great thing if his ministers also transform themselves into ministers of righteousness, ^awhose end will be according to their works.  ‡