2 Corinthians 5:9

Wherefore we labour, that, whether present or absent, we may be accepted of him.

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Other Translations for 2 Corinthians 5:9

BSB
So we aspire to please Him, whether we are here in this body or away from it.
AKJV
Why we labor, that, whether present or absent, we may be accepted of him.
CPDV
And thus we struggle, whether absent or present, to please him.
ERV
Wherefore also we make it our aim, whether at home or absent, to be well-pleasing unto him.
NHEB
Therefore also we make it our aim, whether at home or absent, to be well pleasing to him.
SMT
Wherefore also let us seek the honour, whether being at home, whether being absent, to be pleasing to him.

Commentary for 2 Corinthians 5:9

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Barnes’ Notes Classic commentary from Albert Barnes Matthew Henry Commentary Classic commentary from Matthew Henry
Overview of 2 Corinthians 5:9
Summary
Believers strive to please God always
Event
Striving for divine approval
Estimated Time Period
1st century AD
Category
Teaching