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16 But thanks be to God, who put the same vigorous care into the heart of Titus for you. 17 For indeed he has accepted our appeal; and because he was very desirous, he went to you of his own accord. 18 And we have also sent with him our brother, who has received praise throughout all the churches for his preaching of the gospel; 19 So that he also has been chosen by the churches to travel with us for this relief which is administered by us to the very glory of God and for our own encouragement: 20 But we are careful in this, lest any one should blame us in connection with this generous help which is administered by us. 21 For we are very careful to do the right thing, not only in the presence of God, but also in the presence of men. 22 And we have sent with them also our brother, who has oftentimes been proven by us in many things, that he is earnest, and now is more earnest because of the abundant trust he has in you. 23 And as to Titus, he is my partner and helper among you: and as to our other brethren, they are the apostles of the churches to the glory of Christ. 24 Henceforth you can shew to them before all the churches the proof of your love and of our pride in you. 2 Corinthians 8:16-24, Lamsa Bible. Public domain.
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