2 Corinthians 8:23-24
What is written? (ESV)
As for Titus, he is my partner and fellow worker for your benefit. And as for our brothers, they are messengers of the churches, the glory of Christ. So give proof before the churches of your love and of our boasting about you to these men.
What does it say?
If anyone wonders about Titus, they shouldn’t as he is a close colleague of mine (Paul) working for your benefit. The other brothers are messengers of the churches and the glory of Christ. Therefore, prove your love and our commendations of you before the other churches.
What is its immediate context?
Paul is writing to the Corinthians, informing them of his sending Titus and other brothers and encouraging them to accept them in love. In chapters 8-9, Paul is specifically encouraging them to complete the giving for the needy saints in Jerusalem that they had embarked upon about a year earlier (1 Corinthians 16:1-4).
How 2 Corinthians 8:23-24 is applied across Bible answers
How is Christ’s church defined in the Bible?
Titus was commended by Paul to work with the church in Corinth, while there were other "messengers" (e.g. preachers, teachers) working with other churches, all of which were the church established by Christ for His glory.
Is it required that an apostle see Jesus?
Shows the use of the Greek word (apóstolos) as simply "one who is sent", clearly not referring to the office of apostle.
