9 For to this end also did I write, that I might know the proof of you, whether ye be obedient in all things.

Other Translations of 2 Corinthians 2:9

New International Version

9 Another reason I wrote you was to see if you would stand the test and be obedient in everything.

English Standard Version

9 For this is why I wrote, that I might test you and know whether you are obedient in everything.

The Message

9 The focus of my letter wasn't on punishing the offender but on getting you to take responsibility for the health of the church.

New King James Version

9 For to this end I also wrote, that I might put you to the test, whether you are obedient in all things.

New Living Translation

9 I wrote to you as I did to test you and see if you would fully comply with my instructions.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on 2 Corinthians 2:9

Commentary on 2 Corinthians 2:5-11

(Read 2 Corinthians 2:5-11)

The apostle desires them to receive the person who had done wrong, again into their communion; for he was aware of his fault, and much afflicted under his punishment. Even sorrow for sin should not unfit for other duties, and drive to despair. Not only was there danger last Satan should get advantage, by tempting the penitent to hard thoughts of God and religion, and so drive him to despair; but against the churches and the ministers of Christ, by bringing an evil report upon Christians as unforgiving; thus making divisions, and hindering the success of the ministry. In this, as in other things, wisdom is to be used, that the ministry may not be blamed for indulging sin on the one hand, or for too great severity towards sinners on the other hand. Satan has many plans to deceive, and knows how to make a bad use of our mistakes.

3 Since ye seek a proof of Christ speaking in me, which to you-ward is not weak, but is mighty in you.

Other Translations of 2 Corinthians 13:3

New International Version

3 since you are demanding proof that Christ is speaking through me. He is not weak in dealing with you, but is powerful among you.

English Standard Version

3 since you seek proof that Christ is speaking in me. He is not weak in dealing with you, but is powerful among you.

The Message

3 You who have been demanding proof that Christ speaks through me will get more than you bargained for. You'll get the full force of Christ, don't think you won't.

New King James Version

3 since you seek a proof of Christ speaking in me, who is not weak toward you, but mighty in you.

New Living Translation

3 I will give you all the proof you want that Christ speaks through me. Christ is not weak when he deals with you; he is powerful among you.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on 2 Corinthians 13:3

Commentary on 2 Corinthians 13:1-6

(Read 2 Corinthians 13:1-6)

Though it is God's gracious method to bear long with sinners, yet he will not bear always; at length he will come, and will not spare those who remain obstinate and impenitent. Christ at his crucifixion, appeared as only a weak and helpless man, but his resurrection and life showed his Divine power. So the apostles, how mean and contemptible soever they appeared to the world, yet, as instruments, they manifested the power of God. Let them prove their tempers, conduct, and experience, as gold is assayed or proved by the touchstone. If they could prove themselves not to be reprobates, not to be rejected of Christ, he trusted they would know that he was not a reprobate, not disowned by Christ. They ought to know if Christ Jesus was in them, by the influences, graces, and indwelling of his Spirit, by his kingdom set up in their hearts. Let us question our own souls; either we are true Christians, or we are deceivers. Unless Christ be in us by his Spirit, and power of his love, our faith is dead, and we are yet disapproved by our Judge.

22 But ye know the proof of him, that, as a son with the father, he hath served with me in the gospel.

Other Translations of Philippians 2:22

New International Version

22 But you know that Timothy has proved himself, because as a son with his father he has served with me in the work of the gospel.

English Standard Version

22 But you know Timothy'sGreek his proven worth, how as a sonGreek child with a father he has served with me in the gospel.

The Message

22 But you know yourselves that Timothy's the real thing. He's been a devoted son to me as together we've delivered the Message.

New King James Version

22 But you know his proven character, that as a son with his father he served with me in the gospel.

New Living Translation

22 But you know how Timothy has proved himself. Like a son with his father, he has served with me in preaching the Good News.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Philippians 2:22

Commentary on Philippians 2:19-30

(Read Philippians 2:19-30)

It is best with us, when our duty becomes natural to us. Naturally, that is, sincerely, and not in pretence only; with a willing heart and upright views. We are apt to prefer our own credit, ease, and safety, before truth, holiness, and duty; but Timothy did not so. Paul desired liberty, not that he might take pleasure, but that he might do good. Epaphroditus was willing to go to the Philippians, that he might be comforted with those who had sorrowed for him when he was sick. It seems, his illness was caused by the work of God. The apostle urges them to love him the more on that account. It is doubly pleasant to have our mercies restored by God, after great danger of their removal; and this should make them more valued. What is given in answer to prayer, should be received with great thankfulness and joy.