2 Corinthians 8:19-24

Providing for honest things 2 Corinthians 8:19-24: The churches chose this brother to help administer their gifts. It was Paul's goal to avoid any blame in this matter. He did not want anyone to find fault with the way they handle their generous gift. Paul took the necessary steps so that no one could blame him with financial impropriety. He said that he was, "Providing for honest things, not only in the sight of the Lord, but also in the sight of men." (2 Corinthians 8:21) Paul even sent a third brother with Titus and the other brother. This brother had shown many times that he was helpful in the Lord's work. He wanted to help now even more than ever because he trusted the Corinthians so much. He knew they would do what they promised.

Paul said that Titus was his partner that worked with him to serve the church at Corinth. He identified Titus as his fellow helper concerning Corinth. He said the other brethren are "the messengers of the churches, and the glory of Christ." Paul wanted the church at Corinth to give in such a way that the churches would see the proof of their love and would understand why Paul had boasted about the gift to be given by the Corinthians.