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2 Corinthians 8:18

What does 2 Corinthians 8:18 mean?

A plain-English look at 2 Corinthians 8:18 in WEB alongside six other public-domain English translations, with cross-references and chapter context.

What 2 Corinthians 8:18 means

Paul says they are sending with Titus “the brother whose praise in the gospel is spread through all the churches.” Though unnamed, this man is widely recognized for faithful service in proclaiming the gospel. His inclusion adds weight and credibility to the mission. By pairing Titus with a reputable coworker, Paul ensures that no one bears the responsibility alone and that the collection is guarded by trusted hands. The reputation of the gospel worker assures the Corinthians that the handling of the funds aligns with the message they all cherish.

Parallel translations

WEB

World English Bible · 2000

And we have sent together with him the brother whose praise in the gospel is spread through all the churches;

KJV

King James Version · 1611

And we have sent with him the brother, whose praise is in the gospel throughout all the churches;

ASV

American Standard Version · 1901

And we have sent together with him the brother whose praise in the gospel is spread through all the churches;

BBE

Bible in Basic English · 1949

And with him we have sent a brother whose praise in the good news has gone through all the churches;

YLT

Young's Literal Translation · 1862

and we sent with him the brother, whose praise in the good news <FI>is<Fi> through all the assemblies,

DRA

Douay-Rheims (Challoner) · 1752

We have sent also with him the brother whose praise is in the gospel through all the churches.

DBY

Darby Bible · 1890

but we have sent with him the brother whose praise [is] in the glad tidings through all the assemblies;

Context

After highlighting Titus’s eagerness, Paul strengthens the delegation by adding a second, well-regarded brother. This begins a series of assurances about the team’s character and the safeguards in place. Verse 19 will note that this brother was appointed by the churches to travel with Paul, indicating wider accountability. Thus, Paul moves from personal commendation to corporate endorsement, building comprehensive trust.

v.17For he accepted indeed our exhortation; but being himself very earnest, he went forth unto you of his own accord.

v.18This passage

v.19and 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:

Cross references

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

  • Romans 16:4

    who for my life laid down their own necks; unto whom not only I give thanks, but also all the churches of the Gentiles:

  • 2 Corinthians 8:22

    And we have sent with them our brother, whom we have many times proved earnest in many things, but now much more earnest, by reason of the great confidence which he hath in you.

  • 1 Corinthians 7:17

    Only, as the Lord hath distributed to each man, as God hath called each, so let him walk. And so ordain I in all the churches.

  • 2 Corinthians 8:19

    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:

  • 2 Corinthians 12:18

    I exhorted Titus, and I sent the brother with him. Did Titus take any advantage of you? walked we not in the same spirit? walked we not in the same steps?

  • 2 Corinthians 2:12

    Now when I came to Troas for the gospel of Christ, and when a door was opened unto me in the Lord,

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