18. And we are sending along with him the brother who is praised by all the churches for his work in spreading the gospel.
19. In addition, this brother has also been chosen by the churches as our traveling companion as we administer this generous gift to the glory of the Lord himself and to show our readiness to help.
20. We did this as a precaution so that no one should blame us in regard to this generous gift we are administering.
21. For we are concerned about what is right not only before the Lord but also before men.
22. And we are sending with them our brother whom we have tested many times and found eager in many matters, but who now is much more eager than ever because of the great confidence he has in you.
23. If there is any question about Titus, he is my partner and fellow worker among you; if there is any question about our brothers, they are messengers of the churches, a glory to Christ.
24. Therefore show them openly before the churches the proof of your love and of our pride in you.