2 Corinthians 8:19 cpdv — And not only that, but he was also chosen by the churches to be a companion for our sojourn in this grace, which is min…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"And not only that, but he was also chosen by the churches to be a companion for our sojourn in this grace, which is ministered by us with our determined will, to the glory of the Lord. "

— 2 Corinthians 8:19, Catholic Public Domain Version

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2 Corinthians 8 — Context

16

But thanks be to God, who has granted to the heart of Titus, this same solicitude for you.

17

For certainly, he accepted the exhortation. But since he was more solicitous, he went to you of his own free will.

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And we have even sent with him a brother whose praise accompanies the Gospel throughout all the churches.

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And not only that, but he was also chosen by the churches to be a companion for our sojourn in this grace, which is ministered by us with our determined will, to the glory of the Lord.

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So let us avoid this, lest anyone disparage us over the abundance that is ministered by us.

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For we provide for what is good, not only in the sight of God, but also in the sight of men.

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And we have also sent with them our brother, whom we have proven to be frequently solicitous in many matters. But now there is a greater solicitousness, which is greatly entrusted to you;

2 Corinthians 8:19 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Corinthians 8:19 say?
2 Corinthians 8:19 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “And not only that, but he was also chosen by the churches to be a companion for our sojourn in this grace, which is ministered by us with our determined will, to the glory of the Lord. ”
Where is 2 Corinthians 8:19 in the Bible?
2 Corinthians 8:19 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 2 Corinthians, chapter 8, verse 19.
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 8:19.
What translation should I read 2 Corinthians 8:19 in?
2 Corinthians 8:19 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 8:19?
2 Corinthians 8:19 reads (CPDV): “And not only that, but he was also chosen by the churches to be a companion for our sojourn in this grace, which is ministered by us with our determined will, to the glory of the Lord. ” 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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