2 Corinthians 8:22 net — And we are sending with them our brother whom we have tested many times and found eager in many matters, but who now is…

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"And we are sending with them our brother whom we have tested many times and found eager in many matters, but who now is much more eager than ever because of the great confidence he has in you."

— 2 Corinthians 8:22, NET Bible

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2 Corinthians 8 — Context

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In addition, this brother has also been chosen by the churches as our traveling companion as we administer this generous gift to the glory of the Lord himself and to show our readiness to help.

20

We did this as a precaution so that no one should blame us in regard to this generous gift we are administering.

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For we are concerned about what is right not only before the Lord but also before men.

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And we are sending with them our brother whom we have tested many times and found eager in many matters, but who now is much more eager than ever because of the great confidence he has in you.

23

If there is any question about Titus, he is my partner and fellow worker among you; if there is any question about our brothers, they are messengers of the churches, a glory to Christ.

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Therefore show them openly before the churches the proof of your love and of our pride in 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 NET Bible reads: “And we are sending with them our brother whom we have tested many times and found eager in many matters, but who now is much more eager than ever because of the great confidence he has 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 (NET): “And we are sending with them our brother whom we have tested many times and found eager in many matters, but who now is much more eager than ever because of the great confidence he has 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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