Paul's apostleship is unique because he received direct revelation from Jesus Christ, setting it apart from other human teachings.
The Bible emphasizes that Paul was not an apostolic pretender; he received his gospel through a personal revelation from Jesus Christ, as stated in Galatians 1:11-12. Unlike other apostles who conferred with one another, Paul was taught directly by Christ himself. This direct revelation authorizes his teachings and demonstrates that the gospel he preached is not influenced by human wisdom or tradition. Furthermore, it underscores the importance of the unalterable nature of the gospel, which remains fully authoritative as it comes directly from God.
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