14. I never want to brag about anything except the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ. Through that cross the ways of the world have been crucified as far as I am concerned. And I have been crucified as far as the ways of the world are concerned.
15. Circumcision and uncircumcision don't mean anything. What really counts is the creation of a new nature.
16. May peace and mercy be given to all who follow this rule. May peace and mercy be given to the Israel that belongs to God.
17. Finally, let no one cause trouble for me. My body has marks that show I belong to Jesus.