2 Corinthians 8:19
And not that only, but he was also ordained by the churches companion of our travels, for this grace, which is administered by us, to the glory of the Lord, and our determined will:
Douay-Rheims 1899
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In Context
18We have sent also with him the brother, whose praise is in the gospel through all the churches.
20Avoiding this, lest any man should blame us in this abundance which is administered by us.
Cross References
Acts 15:22Then it pleased the apostles and ancients, with the whole church, to choose men of their own company, and to send to Antioch, with Paul and Barnabas, namely, Judas, who was surnamed Barsabas, and Silas, chief men among the brethren.
1 Corinthians 16:3And when I shall be with you, whomsoever you shall approve by letters, them will I send to carry your grace to Jerusalem.
2 Corinthians 4:15For all things are for your sakes; that the grace abounding through many, may abound in thanksgiving unto the glory of God.
2 Corinthians 8:6Insomuch, that we desired Titus, that as he had begun, so also he would finish among you this same grace.
2 Corinthians 9:12Because the administration of this office doth not only supply the want of the saints, but aboundeth also by many thanksgivings in the Lord,
1 Peter 4:10As every man hath received grace, ministering the same one to another: as good stewards of the manifold grace of God.
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 →