Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version So we make it our goal to please him, whether we are at home in the body or away from it. New Living Translation So whether we are here in this body or away from this body, our goal is to please him. English Standard Version So whether we are at home or away, we make it our aim to please him. Berean Standard Bible So we aspire to please Him, whether we are at home in this body or away from it. Berean Literal Bible Therefore also we are ambitious, whether being at home or being away, to be well-pleasing to Him. King James Bible Wherefore we labour, that, whether present or absent, we may be accepted of him. New King James Version Therefore we make it our aim, whether present or absent, to be well pleasing to Him. New American Standard Bible Therefore we also have as our ambition, whether at home or absent, to be pleasing to Him. NASB 1995 Therefore we also have as our ambition, whether at home or absent, to be pleasing to Him. NASB 1977 Therefore also we have as our ambition, whether at home or absent, to be pleasing to Him. Legacy Standard Bible Therefore we also have as our ambition, whether at home or absent, to be pleasing to Him. Amplified Bible Therefore, whether we are at home [on earth] or away from home [and with Him], it is our [constant] ambition to be pleasing to Him. Christian Standard Bible Therefore, whether we are at home or away, we make it our aim to be pleasing to him. Holman Christian Standard Bible Therefore, whether we are at home or away, we make it our aim to be pleasing to Him. American Standard Version Wherefore also we make it our aim, whether at home or absent, to be well-pleasing unto him. Contemporary English Version But whether we are at home with the Lord or away from him, we still try our best to please him. English Revised Version Wherefore also we make it our aim, whether at home or absent, to be well-pleasing unto him. GOD'S WORD® Translation Whether we live in the body or move out of it, our goal is to be pleasing to him. Good News Translation More than anything else, however, we want to please him, whether in our home here or there. International Standard Version So whether we are at home or away from home, our goal is to be pleasing to him. Majority Standard Bible So we aspire to please Him, whether we are at home in this body or away from it. NET Bible So then whether we are alive or away, we make it our ambition to please him. New Heart English Bible Therefore also we make it our aim, whether at home or absent, to be well pleasing to him. Webster's Bible Translation Wherefore we labor, that, whether present or absent, we may be accepted by him. Weymouth New Testament And for this reason also we make it our ambition, whether at home or in exile, to please Him perfectly. World English Bible Therefore also we make it our aim, whether at home or absent, to be well pleasing to him. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionWe are also ambitious for this reason, whether at home or away from home, to be well pleasing to Him, Berean Literal Bible Therefore also we are ambitious, whether being at home or being away, to be well-pleasing to Him. Young's Literal Translation Wherefore also we are ambitious, whether at home or away from home, to be well pleasing to him, Smith's Literal Translation Wherefore also let us seek the honour, whether being at home, whether being absent, to be pleasing to him. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleAnd therefore we labour, whether absent or present, to please him. Catholic Public Domain Version And thus we struggle, whether absent or present, to please him. New American Bible Therefore, we aspire to please him, whether we are at home or away. New Revised Standard Version So whether we are at home or away, we make it our aim to please him. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleWherefore we endeavor, that, whether present or absent, we may be pleasing to him. Aramaic Bible in Plain English We are diligent that, whether away from home or an inhabitant, we may be pleasing to him. NT Translations Anderson New TestamentFor this reason we also endeavor, whether we remain in the body or depart from it, to be acceptable to him. Godbey New Testament Therefore we are truly ambitious, whether being present or absent, to be well pleasing unto him. Haweis New Testament wherefore also our ambition is, that whether dwelling in the body, or out of the body, we may be acceptable to him. Mace New Testament wherefore I studiously endeavour, whether staying in it, or departing out of it, to be acceptable to him. Weymouth New Testament And for this reason also we make it our ambition, whether at home or in exile, to please Him perfectly. Worrell New Testament Wherefore, we also make it our aim?whether being at home or being from home?to be well-pleasing to Him. Worsley New Testament Wherefore we are also ambitious, whether dwelling in the body, or out of it, to be well-pleasing to Him. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Our Eternal Dwelling…8We are confident, then, and would prefer to be away from the body and at home with the Lord. 9So we aspire to please Him, whether we are here in this body or away from it. 10For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, that each one may receive his due for the things done in the body, whether good or bad.… Cross References Philippians 1:20-21 I eagerly expect and hope that I will in no way be ashamed, but will have complete boldness so that now as always Christ will be exalted in my body, whether by life or by death. / For to me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain. Romans 14:8 If we live, we live to the Lord, and if we die, we die to the Lord. So whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord. Colossians 1:10 so that you may walk in a manner worthy of the Lord and may please Him in every way: bearing fruit in every good work, growing in the knowledge of God, 1 Thessalonians 4:1 Finally, brothers, we ask and encourage you in the Lord Jesus to live in a way that is pleasing to God, just as you have received from us. This is how you already live, so you should do so all the more. Ephesians 5:10 Test and prove what pleases the Lord. Galatians 1:10 Am I now seeking the approval of men, or of God? Or am I striving to please men? If I were still trying to please men, I would not be a servant of Christ. 1 Corinthians 10:31 So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all to the glory of God. Romans 12:1-2 Therefore I urge you, brothers, on account of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God, which is your spiritual service of worship. / Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what is the good, pleasing, and perfect will of God. Matthew 25:21 His master replied, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Enter into the joy of your master!’ Hebrews 13:21 equip you with every good thing to do His will. And may He accomplish in us what is pleasing in His sight through Jesus Christ, to whom be glory forever and ever. Amen. 1 Peter 2:5 you also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood, offering spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ. John 8:29 He who sent Me is with Me. He has not left Me alone, because I always do what pleases Him.” 1 John 3:22 and we will receive from Him whatever we ask, because we keep His commandments and do what is pleasing in His sight. Psalm 19:14 May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be pleasing in Your sight, O LORD, my Rock and my Redeemer. Psalm 119:10 With all my heart I have sought You; do not let me stray from Your commandments. Treasury of Scripture Why we labor, that, whether present or absent, we may be accepted of him. we labour. John 6:27 Labour not for the meat which perisheth, but for that meat which endureth unto everlasting life, which the Son of man shall give unto you: for him hath God the Father sealed. Romans 15:20 Yea, so have I strived to preach the gospel, not where Christ was named, lest I should build upon another man's foundation: 1 Corinthians 9:26,27 I therefore so run, not as uncertainly; so fight I, not as one that beateth the air: … whether. 2 Corinthians 5:6,8 Therefore we are always confident, knowing that, whilst we are at home in the body, we are absent from the Lord: … Romans 14:8 For whether we live, we live unto the Lord; and whether we die, we die unto the Lord: whether we live therefore, or die, we are the Lord's. accepted. Genesis 4:7 If thou doest well, shalt thou not be accepted? and if thou doest not well, sin lieth at the door. And unto thee shall be his desire, and thou shalt rule over him. Isaiah 56:7 Even them will I bring to my holy mountain, and make them joyful in my house of prayer: their burnt offerings and their sacrifices shall be accepted upon mine altar; for mine house shall be called an house of prayer for all people. Acts 10:35 But in every nation he that feareth him, and worketh righteousness, is accepted with him. Jump to Previous Absent Accepted Agreeable Aim Ambition Ambitious Body Exile Goal Home Labour Perfectly Please Pleasing Present Purpose Reason Well-Pleasing Wherefore WhetherJump to Next Absent Accepted Agreeable Aim Ambition Ambitious Body Exile Goal Home Labour Perfectly Please Pleasing Present Purpose Reason Well-Pleasing Wherefore Whether2 Corinthians 5 1. That in his assured hope of immortal glory,9. and in expectation of it, he labors to keep a good conscience; 12. not that he may boast of himself, 14. but as one that, having received life from Christ, 17. endeavors to live as a new creature to Christ only, 18. and by his ministry of reconciliation, to reconcile others also in Christ to God. So we aspire to please Him The apostle Paul emphasizes the believer's primary goal: to live a life that is pleasing to God. This aspiration reflects a heart transformed by the Holy Spirit, aligning with the biblical call to holiness found throughout Scripture (1 Peter 1:15-16). The desire to please God is rooted in the understanding of His sovereignty and grace, as seen in Romans 12:1-2, where believers are urged to offer their bodies as living sacrifices. This phrase also echoes the teachings of Jesus, who consistently sought to do the will of the Father (John 8:29). The Greek word for "aspire" suggests a diligent and earnest effort, indicating that pleasing God requires intentionality and commitment. whether we are at home in this body or away from it Persons / Places / Events 1. Paul the ApostleThe author of 2 Corinthians, Paul is writing to the church in Corinth, addressing various issues and providing guidance and encouragement. 2. Corinth A major city in ancient Greece, known for its wealth and immorality, where Paul established a church during his missionary journeys. 3. The Corinthian Church The recipients of this letter, a diverse group of believers facing challenges in living out their faith amidst a pagan culture. 4. God The ultimate focus of the believer's aspiration to please, as mentioned in the verse. 5. The Body Refers to the physical body, highlighting the duality of existence in the physical world and the spiritual realm. Teaching Points Aspiration to Please GodAs believers, our primary goal should be to please God in all aspects of our lives. This involves aligning our actions, thoughts, and desires with His will. Living with Eternal Perspective Understanding that our time on earth is temporary should motivate us to focus on eternal values and priorities, seeking to honor God whether in life or death. Duality of Existence Recognizing the tension between our physical existence and spiritual reality can help us live more intentionally, striving to please God in both realms. Consistency in Faith Our commitment to pleasing God should remain steadfast, regardless of our circumstances or physical state, reflecting a consistent faith. Motivation for Holiness The desire to please God should drive us towards holiness and sanctification, as we seek to reflect His character in our daily lives.(9) Wherefore we labour.--Better, we strive earnestly after. The English "labour" is quite inadequate, the Greek expressing the thought of striving, as after some honour or prize. Our ambition is that . . . we may be accepted would be, perhaps, the best equivalent. For "accepted of him" read acceptable, or better, well-pleasing to him: the Greek word implying the quality on which acceptance depends, rather than the act itself.Verse 9. - We labour; literally, we are emulous. This, says Bengel, is "the sole legitimate ambition." The same word occurs in Romans 15:20. Whether present or absent; literally, whether at home or away from home; i.e. whether with Christ or separated from him (as in ver. 8); or, "whether in the body or out of the body" (as in ver. 6). The latter would resemble 1 Thessalonians 5:10, "That whether we wake or sleep we may live with him." We may be accepted of him; literally, to be well pleasing to him. Parallel Commentaries ... Greek Soδιὸ (dio) Conjunction Strong's 1352: Wherefore, on which account, therefore. From dia and hos; through which thing, i.e. Consequently. we aspire φιλοτιμούμεθα (philotimoumetha) Verb - Present Indicative Middle or Passive - 1st Person Plural Strong's 5389: To be zealous, strive eagerly, desire very strongly. to εἶναι (einai) Verb - Present Infinitive Active Strong's 1510: I am, exist. The first person singular present indicative; a prolonged form of a primary and defective verb; I exist. please εὐάρεστοι (euarestoi) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural Strong's 2101: Acceptable, well-pleasing (especially to God), grateful. From eu and arestos; fully agreeable. Him, αὐτῷ (autō) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Dative Masculine 3rd Person Singular Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons. whether εἴτε (eite) Conjunction Strong's 1535: And if, whether. From ei and te; if too. we are here in this body ἐνδημοῦντες (endēmountes) Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Plural Strong's 1736: To be at home, live in a place. From a compound of en and demos; to be in one's own country, i.e. Home. or εἴτε (eite) Conjunction Strong's 1535: And if, whether. From ei and te; if too. away from it. ἐκδημοῦντες (ekdēmountes) Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Plural Strong's 1553: To go abroad, be absent. From a compound of ek and demos; to emigrate, i.e. vacate or quit. Links 2 Corinthians 5:9 NIV2 Corinthians 5:9 NLT 2 Corinthians 5:9 ESV 2 Corinthians 5:9 NASB 2 Corinthians 5:9 KJV 2 Corinthians 5:9 BibleApps.com 2 Corinthians 5:9 Biblia Paralela 2 Corinthians 5:9 Chinese Bible 2 Corinthians 5:9 French Bible 2 Corinthians 5:9 Catholic Bible NT Letters: 2 Corinthians 5:9 Therefore also we make it our aim (2 Cor. 2C iiC 2Cor ii cor iicor) |
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