2 Corinthians 8:19 Meaning and Explanation
“And not that only, but who was also chosen of the churches to travel with us with this grace, which is administered by us to the glory of the same Lord, and declaration of your ready mind:”
King James Version (KJV)
Read this verse in context with translation switching:
Read Full Chapter →This brother was also chosen by the churches to help carry the offering, all to the glory of the Lord.
What Does 2 Corinthians 8:19 Mean?
Paul adds that this brother was not merely respected but formally 'chosen of the churches' to accompany the apostles in carrying 'this grace,' the offering itself. The whole effort is 'administered,' managed, by Paul and his team for two ends: 'the glory of the same Lord' and a 'declaration of your ready mind,' a display of the Corinthians' eagerness.
Every layer of this work points upward and outward. The aim is not Paul's reputation but the Lord's glory, and not the saints' embarrassment but the showing of their willing hearts. By having the churches publicly choose this delegate, Paul keeps the handling of money transparent and shared. Giving done well glorifies God and gladdens His people, and it is entrusted to those the community itself has appointed.
Frequently Asked Questions About 2 Corinthians 8:19
What does 2 Corinthians 8:19 mean?
This brother was also chosen by the churches to help carry the offering, all to the glory of the Lord.