2 Corinthians 8:24

24 Exhibit therefore to the Churches a proof of your love, and a justification of our boasting to these brethren about you.

2 Corinthians 8:24 Meaning and Commentary

2 Corinthians 8:24

Wherefore show ye to them, and before the churches
This is the conclusion of the apostle, upon summing up the characters of these messengers; and his exhortation is, that since they were persons of so much note and worth, as they ought to be received with great marks of respect and affection, so they would take care evidently to make it appear to them who were sent by the churches, and before the churches, or before them who represented the churches; or so as that it might be known by the churches from whence they came, when they returned with their report; or be evident to the churches in Judea, when their liberality should be brought to them:

the proof of your love;
to Christ and his poor members, how hearty and sincere it was:

and of our boasting on your behalf;
how willing and forward they were to this good work, and how liberal they would be.

2 Corinthians 8:24 In-Context

22 And we send with them our brother, of whose zeal we have had frequent proof in many matters, and who is now more zealous than ever through the strong confidence which he has in you.

23 As for Titus, remember that he is a partner with me, and is my comrade in my labours for you. And as for our brethren, remember that they are delegates from the Churches, and are men in whom Christ is glorified.

24 Exhibit therefore to the Churches a proof of your love, and a justification of our boasting to these brethren about you.