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2 Corinthians 10:15

2 Corinthians 10:16-1953 kjv — To preach the gospel in the regions beyond you, and not to boast in another man’s line of things made ready to our hand…

King James Version

16

To preach the gospel in the regions beyond you, and not to boast in another man’s line of things made ready to our hand.

17

But he that glorieth, let him glory in the Lord.

18

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

— 2 Corinthians 10:16-1953, King James Version

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2 Corinthians 10:16-1953 in Other Translations

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  • ASV

    “so as to preach the gospel even unto the parts beyond you, and not to glory in another’s province in regard of things ready to our hand. But he that glorieth, let him glory in the Lord. For not he that commendeth himself is approved, but whom the Lord commendeth. ”

  • WEB

    “so as to preach the Good News even to the parts beyond you, not to boast in what someone else has already done. But "he who boasts, let him boast in the Lord." For it isn't he who commends himself who is approved, but whom the Lord commends.”

  • NET

    “so that we may preach the gospel in the regions that lie beyond you, and not boast of work already done in another person’s area. But the one who boasts must boast in the Lord. For it is not the person who commends himself who is approved, but the person the Lord commends.”

  • DRB

    “Yea, unto those places that are beyond you to preach the gospel: not to glory in another man's rule, in those things that are made ready to our hand. But he that glorieth, let him glory in the Lord. For not he who commendeth himself is approved: but he, whom God commendeth. ”

  • BBE

    “So that we may be able to go on and take the good news to countries still farther away than you are, and not take credit for another man's work in making things ready to our hand. But whoever has a desire for glory, let his glory be in the Lord. For the Lord's approval of a man is not dependent on his opinion of himself, but on the Lord's opinion of him.”

  • KJVA

    “To preach the gospel in the regions beyond you, and not to boast in another man’s line of things made ready to our hand. But he that glorieth, let him glory in the Lord. For not he that commendeth himself is approved, but whom the Lord commendeth. ”

2 Corinthians 10 — Context

13

But we will not boast of things without our measure, but according to the measure of the rule which God hath distributed to us, a measure to reach even unto you.

14

For we stretch not ourselves beyond our measure, as though we reached not unto you: for we are come as far as to you also in preaching the gospel of Christ:

15

Not boasting of things without our measure, that is, of other men’s labours; but having hope, when your faith is increased, that we shall be enlarged by you according to our rule abundantly,

16

To preach the gospel in the regions beyond you, and not to boast in another man’s line of things made ready to our hand.

17

But he that glorieth, let him glory in the Lord.

18

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

2 Corinthians 10:16-1953 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does 2 Corinthians 10:16-1953 say?
2 Corinthians 10:16-1953 in the King James Version reads: “To preach the gospel in the regions beyond you, and not to boast in another man’s line of things made ready to our hand. But he that glorieth, let him glory in the Lord. For not he that commendeth himself is approved, but whom the Lord commendeth. ”
Where is 2 Corinthians 10:16-1953 in the Bible?
2 Corinthians 10:16-1953 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 2 Corinthians, chapter 10, verses 16–1953.
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 10:16-1953.
What translation should I read 2 Corinthians 10:16-1953 in?
2 Corinthians 10:16-1953 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 10:16-1953?
2 Corinthians 10:16-1953 reads (KJV): “To preach the gospel in the regions beyond you, and not to boast in another man’s line of things made ready to our hand. But he that glorieth, let him glory in the Lord. For not he that commendeth himself is approved, but whom the Lord commendeth. ” 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.
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