2 Corinthians 8:21 - Christian Standard Bible Anglicised

²¹ Indeed, we are giving careful thought  to do what is right,  not only before the Lord but also before people.

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King James Version (Oxford) 1769

²¹ providing for honest things, not only in the sight of the Lord, but also in the sight of men.

Amplified Bible - Classic Edition

²¹ For we take thought beforehand and aim to be honest and absolutely above suspicion, not only in the sight of the Lord but also in the sight of men.

American Standard Version (1901)

²¹ for we take thought for things honorable, not only in the sight of the Lord, but also in the sight of men.

Common English Bible

²¹ We care about doing the right thing, not only in the Lord’s eyes but also in the eyes of other people.

Catholic Public Domain Version

²¹ For we provide for what is good, not only in the sight of God, but also in the sight of men.

2 Corinthians 8:21 Cross References

1 Kings 18:34

Then he said, ‘A second time! ’ and they did it a second time. And then he said, ‘A third time! ’ and they did it a third time.

Proverbs 3:4

Then you will find favour and high regard with God and people.

Matthew 23:5

They do everything   to be seen by others: They enlarge their phylacteries   and lengthen their tassels.   ,

Matthew 5:16

In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father in heaven.

Matthew 6:1

‘Be careful not to practise your righteousness   in front of others to be seen by them. Otherwise, you have no reward with your Father in heaven.

Matthew 6:4

so that your giving may be in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you.   ,

Romans 12:17

Do not repay anyone evil for evil.  Give careful thought to do what is honourable  in everyone’s eyes.

Romans 14:18

Whoever serves Christ  in this way is acceptable to God and receives human approval.

2 Corinthians 2:17

For we do not market the word of God  for profit like so many.  On the contrary, we speak with sincerity in Christ, as from God and before God.

2 Corinthians 8:20

We are taking this precaution so that no one will criticise us about this large sum that we are administering.

2 Corinthians 8:22

We have also sent with them our brother. We have often tested him in many circumstances and found him to be diligent #– #and now even more diligent because of his great confidence in you.

Philippians 4:8

Finally  brothers and sisters, whatever is true,  whatever is honourable,  whatever is just,  whatever is pure,  whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable #– #if there is any moral excellence  and if there is anything praiseworthy #– #dwell on these things.

1 Thessalonians 5:22

Stay away  from every kind of evil.

1 Timothy 3:7

Furthermore, he must have a good reputation among outsiders, so that he does not fall into disgrace and the devil’s  trap.

1 Timothy 5:14

Therefore, I want younger women to marry,  have children, manage their households, and give the adversary no opportunity to accuse us.

1 Peter 2:12

Conduct  yourselves honourably among the Gentiles,  so that when they slander you as evildoers, they will observe your good works and will glorify God on the day he visits.

Ruth 3:14

So she lay down at his feet until morning but got up while it was still dark.  Then Boaz said, ‘Don’t let it be known that a  woman came to the threshing-floor.’