2 Corinthians 1:23

2 Corinthians 1:24 web — Not that we have lordship over your faith, but are fellow workers with you for your joy. For you stand firm in faith.

World English Bible

"Not that we have lordship over your faith, but are fellow workers with you for your joy. For you stand firm in faith."

— 2 Corinthians 1:24, World English Bible

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KJV
“Not for that we have dominion over your faith, but are helpers of your joy: for by faith ye stand. ”
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ASV
“Not that we have lordship over your faith, but are helpers of your joy: for in faith ye stand fast. ”
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NET
“I do not mean that we rule over your faith, but we are workers with you for your joy, because by faith you stand firm.”
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BBE
“Not that we have authority over your faith, but we are helpers of your joy: for it is faith which is your support.”
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KJVA
“Not for that we have dominion over your faith, but are helpers of your joy: for by faith ye stand. ”
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2 Corinthians 1 — Context

Now he who establishes us with you in Christ, and anointed us, is God;

who also sealed us, and gave us the down payment of the Spirit in our hearts.

But I call God for a witness to my soul, that I didn't come to Corinth to spare you.

Not that we have lordship over your faith, but are fellow workers with you for your joy. For you stand firm in faith.

2 Corinthians 1:24 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Corinthians 1:24 say?

2 Corinthians 1:24 in the World English Bible reads: “Not that we have lordship over your faith, but are fellow workers with you for your joy. For you stand firm in faith.”

Where is 2 Corinthians 1:24 in the Bible?

2 Corinthians 1:24 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 2 Corinthians, chapter 1, verse 24.

Who wrote 2 Corinthians?

2 Corinthians is traditionally attributed to Paul the Apostle. It was written c. AD 55–56.

What is the book of 2 Corinthians about?

Paul's most personal letter — a defense of his ministry against "false apostles" and a window into the suffering, comfort, weakness, and strength of a true servant of Christ. It contains some of the New Testament's most striking words on generosity, reconciliation, and the new creation.

What are the major themes of 2 Corinthians?

2 Corinthians explores themes including Ministry, Suffering, Comfort, Reconciliation, Generosity, New Creation. These themes shape the meaning and context of 2 Corinthians 1:24.

What translation should I read 2 Corinthians 1:24 in?

2 Corinthians 1:24 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.

How can I memorize 2 Corinthians 1:24?

2 Corinthians 1:24 reads (WEB): “Not that we have lordship over your faith, but are fellow workers with you for your joy. For you stand firm in faith.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.

2 Corinthians 1:24 web — Not that we have lordship over your faith, but are fellow workers with you for your joy. For you stand firm in faith.

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