2 Corinthians 8:22 nasb — We have sent with them our brother, whom we have often tested and found diligent in many things, but now even more dili…

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"We have sent with them our brother, whom we have often tested and found diligent in many things, but now even more diligent because of his great confidence in you."

— 2 Corinthians 8:22, NASB

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2 Corinthians 8 — Context

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and not only this, but he has also been appointed by the churches to travel with us in this gracious work, which is being administered by us for the glory of the Lord Himself, and to show our readiness,

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taking precaution so that no one will discredit us in our administration of this generous gift;

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for we have regard for what is honorable, not only in the sight of the Lord, but also in the sight of men.

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We have sent with them our brother, whom we have often tested and found diligent in many things, but now even more diligent because of his great confidence in you.

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As for Titus, he is my partner and fellow worker among you; as for our brethren, they are messengers of the churches, a glory to Christ.

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Therefore openly before the churches, show them the proof of your love and of our reason for boasting about you.

2 Corinthians 8:22 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Corinthians 8:22 say?
2 Corinthians 8:22 in the NASB reads: “We have sent with them our brother, whom we have often tested and found diligent in many things, but now even more diligent because of his great confidence in you.”
Where is 2 Corinthians 8:22 in the Bible?
2 Corinthians 8:22 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 2 Corinthians, chapter 8, verse 22.
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 8:22.
What translation should I read 2 Corinthians 8:22 in?
2 Corinthians 8:22 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 8:22?
2 Corinthians 8:22 reads (NASB): “We have sent with them our brother, whom we have often tested and found diligent in many things, but now even more diligent because of his great confidence in you.” 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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