2 Corinthians 8:19
What does 2 Corinthians 8:19 mean?
A plain-English look at 2 Corinthians 8:19 in WEB alongside six other public-domain English translations, with cross-references and chapter context.
What 2 Corinthians 8:19 means
This brother was not only famous for gospel work; he was formally appointed by the churches to travel with Paul in administering “this grace.” The collection is called a grace again, emphasizing divine enablement and benevolent purpose. Its administration aims at the Lord’s glory and demonstrates the team’s readiness. Public appointment and shared stewardship prevent suspicion and highlight that the offering is a cooperative effort across the churches. The goal is not merely relief but the exaltation of the Lord through orderly, transparent service that reflects the unity of believers.
Parallel translations
WEB
World English Bible · 2000and 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:
KJV
King James Version · 1611And 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:
ASV
American Standard Version · 1901and 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:
BBE
Bible in Basic English · 1949And not only so, but he was marked out by the churches to go with us in the grace of this giving which we have undertaken to the glory of the Lord and to make clear that our mind was ready:
YLT
Young's Literal Translation · 1862and 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;
DRA
Douay-Rheims (Challoner) · 1752And 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:
DBY
Darby Bible · 1890and not only [so], but [is] also chosen by the assemblies as our fellow-traveller with this grace, ministered by us to the glory of the Lord himself, and [a witness of] our readiness;
Context
Verse 19 adds institutional accountability to personal reputation. By noting the brother’s appointment by the churches, Paul shows that the collection is not a private scheme but a church-wide initiative. The next verses (20–21) will state the explicit aim of avoiding blame and maintaining honor before God and people. This section weaves theology, mission, and practical prudence together.
Cross references
Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.
- 2 Corinthians 9:8
And God is able to make all grace abound unto you; that ye, having always all sufficiency in everything, may abound unto every good work:
- 2 Corinthians 8:6
Insomuch that we exhorted Titus, that as he had made a beginning before, so he would also complete in you this grace also.
- 2 Corinthians 4:15
For all things are for your sakes, that the grace, being multiplied through the many, may cause the thanksgiving to abound unto the glory of God.
- Acts 15:25
it seemed good unto us, having come to one accord, to choose out men and send them unto you with our beloved Barnabas and Paul,
- 1 Corinthians 16:3
And when I arrive, whomsoever ye shall approve, them will I send with letters to carry your bounty unto Jerusalem:
- Acts 6:3
Look ye out therefore, brethren, from among you seven men of good report, full of the Spirit and of wisdom, whom we may appoint over this business.
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