Galatians 2:9 And when James, Cephas, and John, who seemed to be pillars, perceived the grace that was given to me… I. Expedient — it prevents collision — economises labour. II. Advantageous — it provokes emulation — develops effort — accomplishes more. III. Necessary — there is room — and need for all. (J. Lyth.) Parallel Verses KJV: And when James, Cephas, and John, who seemed to be pillars, perceived the grace that was given unto me, they gave to me and Barnabas the right hands of fellowship; that we should go unto the heathen, and they unto the circumcision. |