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2 Corinthians 8:21

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
Providing for honest things, not only in the sight of the Lord, but also in the sight of men.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

We're making sure everything we do is completely above board, not just when God's watching, but when everyone else is too.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Live with integrity that looks good from every angle, divine and human.

📚 Historical Context

In the context of 2 Corinthians, Paul is writing to the church in Corinth about their financial contributions to support the struggling believers in Jerusalem, as part of a broader collection effort among early Christian communities. He stresses the importance of handling these funds with complete integrity to avoid any accusations of dishonesty, drawing from a cultural environment where the early church often faced suspicion from Roman authorities and Jewish critics. This verse highlights Paul's practical wisdom in maintaining trust both within the church and in the wider society.

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