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as we carry out this act of grace that is being ministered by us, for the glory of the Lord himself and to show our good will. <a href="/bsb/2_corinthians/8.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a> More than that, this brother was chosen by the churches to accompany us with the gracious offering we administer to honor the Lord Himself and to show our eagerness to help. <a href="/blb/2_corinthians/8.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> and not only that, but also having been chosen by the churches, he is our fellow traveler with this grace that is being administered by us toward the glory of the Lord himself and our readiness, <a href="/kjv/2_corinthians/8.htm">King James Bible</a> 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 your ready mind: <a href="/nkjv/2_corinthians/8.htm">New King James Version</a> and not only that, but who was also chosen by the churches to travel with us with this gift, which is administered by us to the glory of the Lord Himself and to show your ready mind, <a href="/nasb_/2_corinthians/8.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> and not only that, but he has also been appointed by the churches to travel with us in this gracious work, which is being administered by us for the glory of the Lord Himself, and to show our readiness, <a href="/nasb/2_corinthians/8.htm">NASB 1995</a> and not only this, but he has also been appointed by the churches to travel with us in this gracious work, which is being administered by us for the glory of the Lord Himself, and to show our readiness, <a href="/nasb77/2_corinthians/8.htm">NASB 1977 </a> and not only this, but he has also been appointed by the churches to travel with us in this gracious work, which is being administered by us for the glory of the Lord Himself, and to show our readiness, <a href="/lsb/2_corinthians/8.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> And not only this, but he has also been appointed by the churches to travel with us in this gracious work that is being ministered by us for the glory of the Lord Himself, and to show our readiness, <a href="/amp/2_corinthians/8.htm">Amplified Bible</a> and not only this, but he has also been appointed by the churches to travel with us in regard to this gracious offering which we are administering for the glory of the Lord Himself, and to show our eagerness [as believers to help one another]. <a href="/csb/2_corinthians/8.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> And not only that, but he was also appointed by the churches to accompany us with this gracious gift that we are administering for the glory of the Lord himself and to show our eagerness to help. <a href="/hcsb/2_corinthians/8.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> And not only that, but he was also appointed by the churches to accompany us with this gift that is being administered by us for the glory of the Lord Himself and to show our eagerness to help. <a href="/asv/2_corinthians/8.htm">American Standard Version</a> and not only so, but who was also appointed by the churches to travel with us in the matter of this grace, which is ministered by us to the glory of the Lord, and to show our readiness: <a href="/cev/2_corinthians/8.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> The churches chose this follower to travel with us while we carry this gift that will bring praise to the Lord and show how much we hope to help. <a href="/erv/2_corinthians/8.htm">English Revised Version</a> and not only so, but who was also appointed by the churches to travel with us in the matter of this grace, which is ministered by us to the glory of the Lord, and to shew our readiness: <a href="/gwt/2_corinthians/8.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> More than that, the churches elected him to travel with us and bring this gift of God's kindness. We are administering it in a way that brings glory to the Lord and shows that we are doing it willingly. <a href="/gnt/2_corinthians/8.htm">Good News Translation</a> And besides that, he has been chosen and appointed by the churches to travel with us as we carry out this service of love for the sake of the Lord's glory and in order to show that we want to help. <a href="/isv/2_corinthians/8.htm">International Standard Version</a> More than that, he has also been selected by the churches to travel with us while we are administering this work of kindness for the glory of the Lord and as evidence of our eagerness to help. <a href="/msb/2_corinthians/8.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> More than that, this brother was chosen by the churches to accompany us with the gracious gift we administer to honor the Lord Himself and to show our eagerness to help. <a href="/net/2_corinthians/8.htm">NET Bible</a> In addition, this brother has also been chosen by the churches as our traveling companion as we administer this generous gift to the glory of the Lord himself and to show our readiness to help. <a href="/nheb/2_corinthians/8.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> Not only so, but who was also appointed by the churches to travel with us in this grace, which is served by us to the glory of the Lord himself, and to show our readiness. <a href="/wbt/2_corinthians/8.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> And not that only, but who was also chosen by the churches to travel with us with this grace, which is administered by us to the glory of the same Lord, and declaration of your ready mind: <a href="/wey/2_corinthians/8.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> And more than that, he is the one who was chosen by the vote of the Churches to travel with us, sharing our commission in the administration of this generous gift to promote the Lord's glory and gratify our own strong desire. <a href="/web/2_corinthians/8.htm">World English Bible</a> Not only so, but he was also appointed by the assemblies to travel with us in this grace, which is served by us to the glory of the Lord himself, and to show our readiness. <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/2_corinthians/8.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> and not only so, but who was also appointed by vote by the assemblies, our fellow-traveler, with this favor that is ministered by us, to the glory of the same Lord, and your willing mind; <a href="/blb/2_corinthians/8.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> and not only that, but also having been chosen by the churches, he is our fellow traveler with this grace that is being administered by us toward the glory of the Lord himself and our readiness, <a href="/ylt/2_corinthians/8.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> and not only so, but who was also appointed by vote by the assemblies, our fellow-traveller, with this favour that is ministered by us, unto the glory of the same Lord, and your willing mind; <a href="/slt/2_corinthians/8.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> And not only, but also the hand stretched out by the churches for our fellow-traveler with this grace, served by us to the glory of the same Lord, and to your forwardness:<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/2_corinthians/8.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> 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: <a href="/cpdv/2_corinthians/8.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> And not only that, but he was also chosen by the churches to be a companion for our sojourn in this grace, which is ministered by us with our determined will, to the glory of the Lord. <a href="/nabre/2_corinthians/8.htm">New American Bible</a> And not only that, but he has also been appointed our traveling companion by the churches in this gracious work administered by us for the glory of the Lord [himself] and for the expression of our eagerness. <a href="/nrsvce/2_corinthians/8.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> and not only that, but he has also been appointed by the churches to travel with us while we are administering this generous undertaking for the glory of the Lord himself and to show our goodwill.<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/2_corinthians/8.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> So that he also has been chosen by the churches to travel with us for this relief which is administered by us to the very glory of God and for our own encouragement: <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/2_corinthians/8.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> In this way also he was truly chosen from the churches to go out with us in this grace of ministry from us for the glory of God and for our own encouragement.<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/2_corinthians/8.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> and who, moreover, was chosen by the churches as our fellow-traveler with this gift, which is to be distributed by us to the glory of the Lord himself, and as a declaration of your readiness of mind; <a href="/godbey/2_corinthians/8.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> not only so, but having been elected by the churches our traveling companion with this philanthropy, administered by us to the glory of the Lord himself, and your promptitude: <a href="/haweis/2_corinthians/8.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> and not only so, but who was chosen by the churches as my fellow-traveller with this charity, ministered by us to the glory of the same Lord, and to shew your ready mind. <a href="/mace/2_corinthians/8.htm">Mace New Testament</a> but was chosen by the churches to accompany me with this collection; which service I undertook for the sake of Christ, and to encourage your generous design. <a href="/wey/2_corinthians/8.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> And more than that, he is the one who was chosen by the vote of the Churches to travel with us, sharing our commission in the administration of this generous gift to promote the Lord's glory and gratify our own strong desire. <a href="/worrell/2_corinthians/8.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> and not that only, but who was also appointed by the assemblies, as our fellow-traveler with this gift which is ministered by us to the glory of the Lord, and our zeal; <a href="/worsley/2_corinthians/8.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> (and not only so, but he was also chosen by the churches to accompany us with this grace, which is administered by us for the glory of the same Lord, and to shew your readiness of mind:) <a href="/parallel/2_corinthians/8-19.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ddheG4hMg28?start=1471" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/2_corinthians/8.htm">Titus Commended</a> …18Along with Titus we are sending the brother who is praised by all the churches for his work in the gospel. 19<a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">More than that,</a> <a href="/greek/1161.htm" title="1161: de (Conj) -- A primary particle; but, and, etc."></a> <a href="/greek/3756.htm" title="3756: ou (Adv) -- No, not. Also ouk, and ouch a primary word; the absolute negative adverb; no or not."></a> <a href="/greek/3440.htm" title="3440: monon (Adv) -- Alone, but, only. Neuter of monos as adverb; merely."></a> <a href="/greek/235.htm" title="235: alla (Conj) -- But, except, however. Neuter plural of allos; properly, other things, i.e. contrariwise."></a> <a href="/greek/5500.htm" title="5500: cheirotonētheis (V-APP-NMS) -- From a comparative of cheir and teino; to be a hand-reacher or voter, i.e. to select or appoint.">this brother was chosen</a> <a href="/greek/5259.htm" title="5259: hypo (Prep) -- A primary preposition; under, i.e. of place, or with verbs; of place (underneath) or where (below) or time (when).">by</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tōn (Art-GFP) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the</a> <a href="/greek/1577.htm" title="1577: ekklēsiōn (N-GFP) -- From a compound of ek and a derivative of kaleo; a calling out, i.e. a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation.">churches</a> <a href="/greek/4898.htm" title="4898: synekdēmos (N-NMS) -- A fellow traveler. From sun and the base of ekdemeo; a co-absentee from home, i.e. Fellow-traveller.">to accompany</a> <a href="/greek/1473.htm" title="1473: hēmōn (PPro-G1P) -- I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.">us</a> <a href="/greek/4862.htm" title="4862: syn (Prep) -- With. A primary preposition denoting union; with or together.">with</a> <a href="/greek/3778.htm" title="3778: tautē (DPro-DFS) -- This; he, she, it. ">the offering—</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tē (Art-DFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the</a> <a href="/greek/5485.htm" title="5485: chariti (N-DFS) -- From chairo; graciousness, of manner or act.">gracious gift</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tē (Art-DFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/5259.htm" title="5259: hyph’ (Prep) -- A primary preposition; under, i.e. of place, or with verbs; of place (underneath) or where (below) or time (when)."></a> <a href="/greek/1473.htm" title="1473: hēmōn (PPro-G1P) -- I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.">we</a> <a href="/greek/1247.htm" title="1247: diakonoumenē (V-PPM/P-DFS) -- From diakonos; to be an attendant, i.e. Wait upon (figuratively) teacher; technically, to act as a Christian deacon.">administer</a> <a href="/greek/4314.htm" title="4314: pros (Prep) -- To, towards, with. A strengthened form of pro; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. Toward.">to</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tēn (Art-AFS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the."></a> <a href="/greek/1391.htm" title="1391: doxan (N-AFS) -- From the base of dokeo; glory, in a wide application.">honor</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tou (Art-GMS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the</a> <a href="/greek/2962.htm" title="2962: Kyriou (N-GMS) -- Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master.">Lord</a> <a href="/greek/846.htm" title="846: autou (PPro-GM3S) -- He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.">Himself</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and to show</a> <a href="/greek/1473.htm" title="1473: hēmōn (PPro-G1P) -- I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.">our</a> <a href="/greek/4288.htm" title="4288: prothymian (N-AFS) -- Inclination, readiness, eagerness, willingness, promptness. From prothumos; predisposition, i.e. Alacrity.">eagerness to help.</a> 20We hope to avoid any criticism of the way we administer this generous gift.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/acts/15-22.htm">Acts 15:22-27</a> Then the apostles and elders, with the whole church, decided to select men from among them to send to Antioch with Paul and Barnabas. They chose Judas called Barsabbas and Silas, two leaders among the brothers, / and sent them with this letter: The apostles and the elders, your brothers, To the brothers among the Gentiles in Antioch, Syria, and Cilicia: Greetings. / It has come to our attention that some went out from us without our authorization and unsettled you, troubling your minds by what they said. ... <a href="/1_corinthians/16-3.htm">1 Corinthians 16:3-4</a> Then, on my arrival, I will send letters with those you recommend to carry your gift to Jerusalem. / And if it is advisable for me to go also, they can travel with me. <a href="/philippians/4-18.htm">Philippians 4:18</a> I have all I need and more, now that I have received your gifts from Epaphroditus. They are a fragrant offering, an acceptable sacrifice, well-pleasing to God. <a href="/romans/15-25.htm">Romans 15:25-26</a> Now, however, I am on my way to Jerusalem to serve the saints there. / For Macedonia and Achaia were pleased to make a contribution for the poor among the saints in Jerusalem. <a href="/galatians/2-10.htm">Galatians 2:10</a> They only asked us to remember the poor, the very thing I was eager to do. <a href="/acts/11-29.htm">Acts 11:29-30</a> So the disciples, each according to his ability, decided to send relief to the brothers living in Judea. / This they did, sending their gifts to the elders with Barnabas and Saul. <a href="/1_corinthians/9-1.htm">1 Corinthians 9:1-2</a> Am I not free? Am I not an apostle? Have I not seen Jesus our Lord? Are you yourselves not my workmanship in the Lord? / Even if I am not an apostle to others, surely I am to you. For you are the seal of my apostleship in the Lord. <a href="/1_thessalonians/2-4.htm">1 Thessalonians 2:4</a> Instead, we speak as those approved by God to be entrusted with the gospel, not in order to please men but God, who examines our hearts. <a href="/1_timothy/3-7.htm">1 Timothy 3:7</a> Furthermore, he must have a good reputation with outsiders, so that he will not fall into disgrace and into the snare of the devil. <a href="/acts/6-3.htm">Acts 6:3</a> Therefore, brothers, select from among you seven men confirmed to be full of the Spirit and wisdom. We will assign this responsibility to them <a href="/exodus/35-21.htm">Exodus 35:21-29</a> And everyone whose heart stirred him and whose spirit prompted him came and brought an offering to the LORD for the work on the Tent of Meeting, for all its services, and for the holy garments. / So all who had willing hearts, both men and women, came and brought brooches and earrings, rings and necklaces, and all kinds of gold jewelry. And they all presented their gold as a wave offering to the LORD. / Everyone who had blue, purple, or scarlet yarn, or fine linen, goat hair, ram skins dyed red, or articles of fine leather, brought them. ... <a href="/1_chronicles/29-6.htm">1 Chronicles 29:6-9</a> Then the leaders of the families, the officers of the tribes of Israel, the commanders of thousands and of hundreds, and the officials in charge of the king’s work gave willingly. / Toward the service of God’s house they gave 5,000 talents and 10,000 darics of gold, 10,000 talents of silver, 18,000 talents of bronze, and 100,000 talents of iron. / Whoever had precious stones gave them to the treasury of the house of the LORD, under the care of Jehiel the Gershonite. ... <a href="/nehemiah/11-2.htm">Nehemiah 11:2</a> And the people blessed all the men who volunteered to live in Jerusalem. <a href="/proverbs/3-9.htm">Proverbs 3:9-10</a> Honor the LORD with your wealth and with the firstfruits of all your crops; / then your barns will be filled with plenty, and your vats will overflow with new wine. <a href="/malachi/3-10.htm">Malachi 3:10</a> Bring the full tithe into the storehouse, so that there may be food in My house. Test Me in this,” says the LORD of Hosts. “See if I will not open the windows of heaven and pour out for you blessing without measure.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>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 your ready mind:but.<a href="/2_corinthians/8-1.htm">2 Corinthians 8:1-4</a> Moreover, brethren, we do you to wit of the grace of God bestowed on the churches of Macedonia; … <a href="/acts/6-3.htm">Acts 6:3-6</a> Wherefore, brethren, look ye out among you seven men of honest report, full of the Holy Ghost and wisdom, whom we may appoint over this business… <a href="/acts/15-22.htm">Acts 15:22,25</a> Then pleased it the apostles and elders, with the whole church, to send chosen men of their own company to Antioch with Paul and Barnabas; namely, Judas surnamed Barsabas, and Silas, chief men among the brethren: … grace.<a href="/2_corinthians/8-4.htm">2 Corinthians 8:4,6,7</a> Praying us with much intreaty that we would receive the gift, and take upon us the fellowship of the ministering to the saints… <a href="/2_corinthians/9-8.htm">2 Corinthians 9:8</a> And God is able to make all grace abound toward you; that ye, always having all sufficiency in all things, may abound to every good work:to the.<a href="/2_corinthians/8-1.htm">2 Corinthians 8:1,2</a> Moreover, brethren, we do you to wit of the grace of God bestowed on the churches of Macedonia; … <a href="/2_corinthians/4-15.htm">2 Corinthians 4:15</a> For all things are for your sakes, that the abundant grace might through the thanksgiving of many redound to the glory of God.<a href="/2_corinthians/9-12.htm">2 Corinthians 9:12-14</a> For the administration of this service not only supplieth the want of the saints, but is abundant also by many thanksgivings unto God; … <div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a 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href="/2_corinthians/8-14.htm">and by the spiritual profit that shall redound to themselves thereby;</a> 16. <a href="/2_corinthians/8-16.htm">commending to them the integrity and willingness of Titus, and those other brothers.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script> <script id="b817b7107f1d4a7997da1b3c33457e03"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=cb0edd8b-b416-47eb-8c6d-3cc96561f7e8&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; </script>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-2'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-0' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-3'> </div>  <div id='div-gpt-ad-1529103594582-1' style='max-width: 300px;'> </div>  <div 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In the context of <a href="/2_corinthians/8.htm">2 Corinthians 8</a>, Paul is discussing the collection for the saints in Jerusalem. The phrase suggests that the following information is of significant importance, building upon the trust and integrity already established.this brother The identity of "this brother" is not explicitly mentioned, but he is likely a well-respected figure within the early Christian community. The anonymity may emphasize the collective effort and unity of the church rather than individual recognition. This reflects the early church's emphasis on communal responsibility and shared mission.was chosen by the churches The selection by the churches indicates a democratic process and communal decision-making, highlighting the early church's practice of involving multiple congregations in significant decisions. This also underscores the trust and accountability within the body of believers, as the chosen individual would represent the collective interests of the churches.to accompany us The presence of a companion for Paul and his associates in delivering the offering underscores the importance of transparency and accountability in handling financial matters. This practice is consistent with Jewish customs of having multiple witnesses to ensure integrity, as seen in <a href="/deuteronomy/19-15.htm">Deuteronomy 19:15</a>.with the gracious offering The term "gracious offering" refers to the collection being gathered for the impoverished believers in Jerusalem. This act of giving is seen as an expression of grace, reflecting the generosity and love that should characterize Christian communities. It aligns with the biblical principle of supporting fellow believers, as seen in <a href="/acts/2-44.htm">Acts 2:44-45</a>.we administer Paul and his companions are responsible for overseeing the collection and distribution of the offering. This administration is not just a logistical task but a spiritual duty, reflecting the stewardship entrusted to them by God and the churches. It highlights the role of church leaders in managing resources for the benefit of the community.to honor the Lord Himself The ultimate purpose of the offering is to glorify God. This aligns with the biblical teaching that all actions, including giving, should be done for the glory of God (<a href="/1_corinthians/10-31.htm">1 Corinthians 10:31</a>). It reflects the understanding that acts of charity and support for others are acts of worship and service to God.and to show our eagerness to help This phrase emphasizes the willingness and enthusiasm of the early Christians to support their fellow believers. It reflects the spirit of generosity and compassion that is encouraged throughout the New Testament, as seen in passages like <a href="/galatians/6-10.htm">Galatians 6:10</a>. The eagerness to help is a testament to the transformative power of the Gospel in fostering love and unity among believers.<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/p/paul.htm">Paul</a> The apostle who is writing to the Corinthians, discussing the collection for the saints in Jerusalem. 2. <a href="/topical/t/titus.htm">Titus</a> A trusted companion of Paul, who is involved in the administration of the collection. 3. <a href="/topical/t/the_churches.htm">The Churches</a> Refers to the various congregations that have contributed to the collection and have chosen representatives to accompany Paul. 4. <a href="/topical/t/the_gift.htm">The Gift</a> The financial collection being gathered for the impoverished believers in Jerusalem. 5. <a href="/topical/j/jerusalem.htm">Jerusalem</a> The destination of the collection, where the saints are in need of support.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/the_importance_of_accountability.htm">The Importance of Accountability</a> The churches chose representatives to accompany Paul, ensuring transparency and integrity in handling the collection. This teaches us the value of accountability in financial matters within the church. <a href="/topical/u/unity_in_the_body_of_christ.htm">Unity in the Body of Christ</a> The collective effort of various churches to support the believers in Jerusalem exemplifies the unity and interconnectedness of the body of Christ. We are called to support one another in times of need. <a href="/topical/g/glorifying_god_through_service.htm">Glorifying God through Service</a> The administration of the gift is ultimately for the glory of the Lord. Our acts of service and generosity should always aim to honor God and reflect His love. <a href="/topical/e/eagerness_to_help.htm">Eagerness to Help</a> The passage highlights the eagerness to assist fellow believers. We should cultivate a willing and enthusiastic spirit when it comes to serving others.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_2_corinthians_8.htm">Top 10 Lessons from 2 Corinthians 8</a> <a href="/q/how_to_verify_paul's_collection_delivery.htm">How can we verify, historically or archaeologically, that the collection Paul mentions in 2 Corinthians 8 was actually delivered to, and used by, the intended recipients in Jerusalem? </a> <a href="/q/what_is_faith_promise_giving.htm">What is Faith Promise Giving?</a> <a href="/q/why_downplay_food_laws_in_1_cor_8_7-8.htm">In 1 Corinthians 8:7-8, why does the chapter downplay food laws when Old Testament dietary restrictions were considered critical commandments?</a> <a href="/q/how_does_1_cor_3_17_align_with_mercy.htm">If 1 Corinthians 3:17 insists God will destroy those who destroy His temple, how does this square with passages elsewhere emphasizing mercy and forgiveness?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/2_corinthians/8.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(19) Who was also chosen of the churches.--The word, as in <a href="/acts/14-23.htm" title="And when they had ordained them elders in every church, and had prayed with fasting, they commended them to the Lord, on whom they believed.">Acts 14:23</a>, implies a definite appointment, in this case, obviously, by popular election--on the part of the Macedonian churches. This falls in, it need hardly be said, with the facts of the case as indicated by the use of the first person plural in <a href="/acts/20-5.htm" title="These going before tarried for us at Troas.">Acts 20:5</a>, and through the rest of the book.With this grace.--The word is used, as in <a href="/2_corinthians/8-4.htm" title="Praying us with much entreaty that we would receive the gift, and take on us the fellowship of the ministering to the saints.">2Corinthians 8:4</a>; <a href="/context/2_corinthians/8-6.htm" title="So that we desired Titus, that as he had begun, so he would also finish in you the same grace also.">2Corinthians 8:6-7</a>, as we familiarly use the word "charity," for the liberality which was the result of the grace.To the glory of the same Lord.--Better, if we keep the Received text, of the Lord Himself; but the better MSS. give, of the Lord, only. There is no need of inserting the word "declaration of"; in relation to the glory of the Lord and to your readiness gives a perfectly intelligible sense.<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/2_corinthians/8.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 19. - Chosen. The word (literally, chosen by show of hands) implies a popular vote (comp. <a href="/1_corinthians/16-3.htm">1 Corinthians 16:3, 4</a>). This brother Was not only widely known and valued, but also specially selected for this task. To travel with us. "As our fellow traveller." The word occurs in <a href="/acts/19-29.htm">Acts 19:29</a>. With this grace. The better reading is "in:" "in this matter of kindness." To the glory of the same Lord. The word "same" should be omitted. And declaration of your ready mind. The best reading is "our," and the clause should be rendered, to further the glory of the Lord and our readiness. <a href="/commentaries/2_corinthians/8-19.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>More than that, καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. [this brother] was chosen χειροτονηθεὶς (cheirotonētheis) Verb - Aorist Participle Passive - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5500.htm">Strong's 5500: </a> From a comparative of cheir and teino; to be a hand-reacher or voter, i.e. to select or appoint. by ὑπὸ (hypo) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_5259.htm">Strong's 5259: </a> A primary preposition; under, i.e. of place, or with verbs; of place (underneath) or where (below) or time (when). the τῶν (tōn) Article - Genitive Feminine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. churches ἐκκλησιῶν (ekklēsiōn) Noun - Genitive Feminine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1577.htm">Strong's 1577: </a> From a compound of ek and a derivative of kaleo; a calling out, i.e. a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation. to accompany συνέκδημος (synekdēmos) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4898.htm">Strong's 4898: </a> A fellow traveler. From sun and the base of ekdemeo; a co-absentee from home, i.e. Fellow-traveller. us ἡμῶν (hēmōn) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1473.htm">Strong's 1473: </a> I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I. with σὺν (syn) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_4862.htm">Strong's 4862: </a> With. A primary preposition denoting union; with or together. [the offering]— ταύτῃ (tautē) Demonstrative Pronoun - Dative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3778.htm">Strong's 3778: </a> This; he, she, it. the τῇ (tē) Article - Dative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. gracious gift χάριτι (chariti) Noun - Dative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_5485.htm">Strong's 5485: </a> From chairo; graciousness, of manner or act. we ἡμῶν (hēmōn) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1473.htm">Strong's 1473: </a> I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I. administer διακονουμένῃ (diakonoumenē) Verb - Present Participle Middle or Passive - Dative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1247.htm">Strong's 1247: </a> From diakonos; to be an attendant, i.e. Wait upon (figuratively) teacher; technically, to act as a Christian deacon. to πρὸς (pros) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_4314.htm">Strong's 4314: </a> To, towards, with. A strengthened form of pro; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. Toward. honor δόξαν (doxan) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1391.htm">Strong's 1391: </a> From the base of dokeo; glory, in a wide application. the τοῦ (tou) Article - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. Lord Κυρίου (Kyriou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2962.htm">Strong's 2962: </a> Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master. Himself αὐτοῦ (autou) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_846.htm">Strong's 846: </a> He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. and [to show] καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. our ἡμῶν (hēmōn) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1473.htm">Strong's 1473: </a> I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I. eagerness [to help]. προθυμίαν (prothymian) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_4288.htm">Strong's 4288: </a> Inclination, readiness, eagerness, willingness, promptness. From prothumos; predisposition, i.e. Alacrity. <div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/2_corinthians/8-19.htm">2 Corinthians 8:19 NIV</a> <a href="/nlt/2_corinthians/8-19.htm">2 Corinthians 8:19 NLT</a> <a href="/esv/2_corinthians/8-19.htm">2 Corinthians 8:19 ESV</a> <a href="/nasb/2_corinthians/8-19.htm">2 Corinthians 8:19 NASB</a> <a href="/kjv/2_corinthians/8-19.htm">2 Corinthians 8:19 KJV</a> <a href="//bibleapps.com/2_corinthians/8-19.htm">2 Corinthians 8:19 BibleApps.com</a> <a href="//bibliaparalela.com/2_corinthians/8-19.htm">2 Corinthians 8:19 Biblia Paralela</a> <a href="//holybible.com.cn/2_corinthians/8-19.htm">2 Corinthians 8:19 Chinese Bible</a> <a href="//saintebible.com/2_corinthians/8-19.htm">2 Corinthians 8:19 French Bible</a> <a href="/catholic/2_corinthians/8-19.htm">2 Corinthians 8:19 Catholic Bible</a> <a href="/2_corinthians/8-19.htm">NT Letters: 2 Corinthians 8:19 Not only so but who was also (2 Cor. 2C iiC 2Cor ii cor iicor) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/2_corinthians/8-18.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="2 Corinthians 8:18"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="2 Corinthians 8:18" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/2_corinthians/8-20.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="2 Corinthians 8:20"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="2 Corinthians 8:20" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>