2 Corinthians 8:23

whether on behalf of Titus my partner and co-workman for you, or our brothers, apostles of congregations, a glory of Christ.

A Conservative Version

In The King James Version

Whether any do enquire of Titus, he is my partner and fellowhelper concerning you: or our brethren be enquired of, they are the messengers of the churches, and the glory of Christ.

In Context

22And we sent along with them our brother whom we often proved being diligent in many things, but is now much more diligent (with much confidence toward you)

24Therefore show ye the proof of your love and our boast about you, for them in the face of the congregations.

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Cross References

Luke 5:10and likewise also James and John, sons of Zebedee, who were partners with Simon. And Jesus said to Simon, Fear not, from henceforth thou will be catching men.

2 Corinthians 8:6for us to urge Titus that, as he earlier began this kindness, so he would even finish it for you also.

2 Corinthians 8:19And not only so, but who was also chosen by the congregations, a traveling companion of us with this gift administered by us, for the glory of the same Lord and our willingness.

Philippians 2:25But I considered it necessary to send to you Epaphroditus, my brother and co-workman and fellow soldier, and your apostle and servant of my need,

Colossians 1:7Just as also ye learned from Epaphras our beloved fellow bondman, who is a faithful helper of the Christ for you,

Philemon 1:17If then thou have me a partner, accept him as myself.

Matthew Henry on 2 Corinthians 8:17-24

Commendations of Titus and Others. ( a. d. 57.) 16 But thanks be to God, which put the same earnest care into the heart of Titus for you. 17 For indeed he accepted the exhortation; but being more forward, of his own accord he went unto you. 18 And we have sent with him the brother, whose praise is in the gospel throughout all the churches; 19 And not that only, but who was also chosen of the churches to travel with us with this grace, which is administered by us to the glory of the same Lord, and declaration of… Read the whole commentary →

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