2 Corinthians 8:21

The Text-Critical English New Testament

For we are giving careful thought to do what is right, not only in the sight of the Lord but also in the sight of men.

Cross References

Matthew 23:5

They do all their works to be seen by others. They make their phylacteries wide and the fringes of their garments long.

Matthew 5:16

Let your light shine before others in such a way that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.

Matthew 6:1

“Be careful not to give to the needy in front of others to be seen by them, otherwise you have no reward with your Father in heaven.

Matthew 6:4

so that yoʋr giving may be in secret. Then yoʋr Father who sees in secret will himself reward yoʋ openly.

Romans 12:17

Repay no one evil for evil, but have regard for what is right in the sight of all.

Romans 14:18

Anyone who serves Christ in these things is acceptable to God and approved by men.

2 Corinthians 2:17

For we are not like others who peddle the word of God for profit. On the contrary, in Christ we speak with sincerity in the presence of God, as men sent from God.

2 Corinthians 8:20

We are taking this precaution so that no one will discredit us with respect to this large sum that we are administering.

2 Corinthians 8:22

We are also sending with them our brother whom we have often tested and found to be earnest in many matters, and now he is even more earnest because of his great confidence in you.

Philippians 4:8

Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if anything is virtuous or praiseworthy, think about such things.

1 Thessalonians 5:22

Avoid every form of evil.

1 Timothy 3:7

He must also have a good reputation among outsiders, so that he may not fall into the reproach and snare of the devil.

1 Timothy 5:14

So I advise the younger widows to marry, bear children, and manage their households, so as to give the adversary no opportunity to revile us.

1 Peter 2:12

keeping your conduct honorable among the Gentiles, so that when they speak against you as evildoers, they may see your good works and glorify God on the day of his visitation.