Expositor's Bible Commentary Commentary 2 Corinthians 8:23

"Whether [any inquire] about Titus, [he is] my partner and [my] fellow-worker to you-ward, or our brethren, [they are] the messengers of the churches, [they are] the glory of Christ." — 2 Corinthians 8:23 (ASV)

As he sums up the credentials of the three delegates, Paul draws a distinction between Titus, his “partner” and personally appointed representative, and the two “representatives of the churches.” Titus, like Timothy (Romans 16:21), is described as Paul’s “fellow worker.” If anyone should raise questions about the two others, says Paul, three facts are relevant: they are “brothers” in Christ; they are the appointees and envoys of the Macedonian churches; by their life and service they are a credit (Gk. doxa, “glory”; GK 1518) to Christ.