2 Corinthians 8:21
with regard to this great bounty which is to be administered by us. For we are careful for the things which are comely, not only before Aloha, but also before men.
The Peschito Syriac New Testament: Translated into English by John Wesley Etheridge
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
20For we are precautious in this, that no one should lay upon us any imputation
Cross References
Matthew 6:1SEE that in your almsgiving you do it not before men, so as that you may be observed by them; otherwise no reward is for you with your Father who is in heaven.
Matthew 23:5And all their works they do that they may be seen of men; for they widen their tephillin, and lengthen the fringes of their waving vestments,
Romans 14:18For who in these things serveth the Meshiha pleaseth Aloha, and before men is approved.
2 Corinthians 5:9We give diligence, that whether we are pilgrims or inhabitants, we may be pleasing unto Him.
1 Thessalonians 5:22And from every evil thing flee.
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 →