Devine Scripture

2 Corinthians 13:7

2 Corinthians chapter 13 · verse 7 in three public-domain English translations with cross-references

Parallel translations

WEB

World English Bible · 2000

Now we pray to God that ye do no evil; not that we may appear approved, but that ye may do that which is honorable, though we be as reprobate.

KJV

King James Version · 1611

Now I pray to God that ye do no evil; not that we should appear approved, but that ye should do that which is honest, though we be as reprobates.

ASV

American Standard Version · 1901

Now we pray to God that ye do no evil; not that we may appear approved, but that ye may do that which is honorable, though we be as reprobate.

Context

v.6But I hope that ye shall know that we are not reprobate.

v.7This passage

v.8For we can do nothing against the truth, but for the truth.

Cross references

Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

  • John 17:15

    I pray not that thou shouldest take them from the world, but that thou shouldest keep them from the evil one.

  • 2 Corinthians 10:18

    For not he that commendeth himself is approved, but whom the Lord commendeth.

  • 2 Corinthians 6:8

    by glory and dishonor, by evil report and good report; as deceivers, and yet true;

  • 1 Timothy 2:2

    for kings and all that are in high place; that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and gravity.

  • 2 Timothy 2:15

    Give diligence to present thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, handling aright the word of truth.

  • 1 Corinthians 11:19

    For there must be also factions among you, that they that are approved may be made manifest among you.