2 Corinthians 11:9

New Century Version

If I needed something when I was with you, I did not trouble any of you. The brothers who came from Macedonia gave me all that I needed. I did not allow myself to depend on you in any way, and I will never depend on you.

Cross References

Nehemiah 5:15

But the governors before me had placed a heavy load on the people. They took about one pound of silver from each person, along with food and wine. The governors’ helpers before me also controlled the people, but I did not do that, because I feared God.

Acts 18:3

Because they were tentmakers, just as he was, he stayed with them and worked with them.

Acts 18:5

Silas and Timothy came from Macedonia and joined Paul in Corinth. After this, Paul spent all his time telling people the Good News, showing them that Jesus is the Christ.

Acts 20:33

When I was with you, I never wanted anyone’s money or fine clothes.

Romans 15:26

The believers in Macedonia and Southern Greece were happy to give their money to help the poor among God’s people at Jerusalem.

1 Corinthians 16:17

I am happy that Stephanas, Fortunatus, and Achaicus have come. You are not here, but they have filled your place.

2 Corinthians 6:4

But in every way we show we are servants of God: in accepting many hard things, in troubles, in difficulties, and in great problems.

2 Corinthians 9:12

This service you do not only helps the needs of God’s people, it also brings many more thanks to God.

Philippians 2:25

Epaphroditus, my brother in Christ, works and serves with me in the army of Christ. When I needed help, you sent him to me. I think now that I must send him back to you,

1 Thessalonians 2:6

We were not looking for human praise, from you or anyone else,

1 Thessalonians 2:9

Brothers and sisters, I know you remember our hard work and difficulties. We worked night and day so we would not burden any of you while we preached God’s Good News to you.

Hebrews 11:37

They were stoned to death, they were cut in half, and they were killed with swords. Some wore the skins of sheep and goats. They were poor, abused, and treated badly.