2 Corinthians 8:21

For we are giving careful thought to do what is right, not only in the sight of the Lord but also in the sight of men.

Text-Critical English NT

In The King James Version

Providing for honest things, not only in the sight of the Lord, but also in the sight of men.

In Context

20We are taking this precaution so that no one will discredit us with respect to this large sum that we are administering.

22We are also sending with them our brother whom we have often tested and found to be earnest in many matters, and now he is even more earnest because of his great confidence in you.

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Cross References

Matthew 6:1“Be careful not to give to the needy in front of others to be seen by them, otherwise you have no reward from your Father in heaven.

Matthew 23:5They do all their works to be seen by others. They make their phylacteries wide and the fringes of their garments long.

Romans 14:18Anyone who serves Christ in these things is acceptable to God and approved by men.

2 Corinthians 5:9Therefore, whether we are at home or away, we aspire to be pleasing to him.

1 Thessalonians 5:22Avoid every form of evil.

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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