Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version For they refreshed my spirit and yours also. Such men deserve recognition. New Living Translation They have been a wonderful encouragement to me, as they have been to you. You must show your appreciation to all who serve so well. English Standard Version for they refreshed my spirit as well as yours. Give recognition to such people. Berean Standard Bible For they refreshed my spirit and yours as well. Show your appreciation, therefore, to such men. Berean Literal Bible For they refreshed my spirit and yours. Therefore recognize such as these. King James Bible For they have refreshed my spirit and yours: therefore acknowledge ye them that are such. New King James Version For they refreshed my spirit and yours. Therefore acknowledge such men. New American Standard Bible For they have refreshed my spirit and yours. Therefore acknowledge such men. NASB 1995 For they have refreshed my spirit and yours. Therefore acknowledge such men. NASB 1977 For they have refreshed my spirit and yours. Therefore acknowledge such men. Legacy Standard Bible For they have refreshed my spirit and yours. Therefore recognize such men. Amplified Bible They have refreshed my spirit as well as yours. So fully acknowledge such men and deeply appreciate them. Christian Standard Bible For they have refreshed my spirit and yours. Therefore recognize such people. Holman Christian Standard Bible For they have refreshed my spirit and yours. Therefore recognize such people. American Standard Version For they refreshed my spirit and yours: acknowledge ye therefore them that are such. Contemporary English Version They made me feel much better, just as they made you feel better. You should appreciate people like them. English Revised Version For they refreshed my spirit and yours: acknowledge ye therefore them that are such. GOD'S WORD® Translation They have comforted me, and they have comforted you. Therefore, show people like these your appreciation. Good News Translation and have cheered me up, just as they cheered you up. Such men as these deserve notice. International Standard Version They refreshed my spirit—and yours, too. Therefore, appreciate men like that. Majority Standard Bible For they refreshed my spirit and yours as well. Show your appreciation, therefore, to such men. NET Bible For they refreshed my spirit and yours. So then, recognize people like this. New Heart English Bible For they refreshed my spirit and yours. Therefore acknowledge those who are like that. Webster's Bible Translation For they have refreshed my spirit and yours: therefore acknowledge ye them that are such. Weymouth New Testament They have refreshed my spirit, and yours. Acknowledge such men as these. World English Bible For they refreshed my spirit and yours. Therefore acknowledge those who are like that. Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionfor they refreshed my spirit and yours; acknowledge, therefore, those who [are] such. Berean Literal Bible For they refreshed my spirit and yours. Therefore recognize such as these. Young's Literal Translation for they did refresh my spirit and yours; acknowledge ye, therefore, those who are such. Smith's Literal Translation For they refreshed my spirit and yours: therefore observe ye such. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleFor they have refreshed both my spirit and yours. Know them, therefore, that are such. Catholic Public Domain Version For they have refreshed my spirit and yours. Therefore, recognize persons such as this. New American Bible for they refreshed my spirit as well as yours. So give recognition to such people. New Revised Standard Version for they refreshed my spirit as well as yours. So give recognition to such persons. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleFor they have refreshed my spirit as well as yours: therefore recognize them who are similar. Aramaic Bible in Plain English For they have refreshed my spirit and yours; do therefore recognize those who are such. NT Translations Anderson New Testamentfor they have refreshed my spirit, and yours. There fore, acknowledge such. Godbey New Testament for they refreshed my spirit and yours. Acknowledge ye therefore them that are such. Haweis New Testament For they have refreshed my spirit and yours; respect therefore such men. Mace New Testament for they have quieted my mind as well as yours: therefore to such have a regard. Weymouth New Testament They have refreshed my spirit, and yours. Acknowledge such men as these. Worrell New Testament For, they refreshed my spirit and yours; therefore, recognize those who are such. Worsley New Testament For they have refreshed my spirit as well as yours: have a due regard therefore to such worthy persons. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Concluding Exhortations…17I am glad that Stephanas, Fortunatus, and Achaicus have arrived, because they have supplied what was lacking from you. 18For they refreshed my spirit and yours as well. Show your appreciation, therefore, to such men. 19The churches in the province of Asia send you greetings. Aquila and Prisca greet you warmly in the Lord, and so does the church that meets at their house.… Cross References 2 Corinthians 7:13 On account of this, we are encouraged. In addition to our own encouragement, we were even more delighted by the joy of Titus. For his spirit has been refreshed by all of you. Philemon 1:7 I take great joy and encouragement in your love, because you, brother, have refreshed the hearts of the saints. 2 Corinthians 1:4 who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God. 2 Corinthians 7:6 But God, who comforts the downcast, comforted us by the arrival of Titus, Romans 15:32 so that by God’s will I may come to you with joy and together with you be refreshed. 2 Timothy 1:16 May the Lord grant mercy to the household of Onesiphorus, because he has often refreshed me and was unashamed of my chains. Philippians 2:28 Therefore I am all the more eager to send him, so that when you see him again you may rejoice, and I may be less anxious. 1 Thessalonians 3:7 For this reason, brothers, in all our distress and persecution, we have been reassured about you, because of your faith. 2 Corinthians 2:13 I had no peace in my spirit, because I did not find my brother Titus there. So I said goodbye to them and went on to Macedonia. 2 Corinthians 8:6 So we urged Titus to help complete your act of grace, just as he had started it. Acts 28:15 The brothers there had heard about us and traveled as far as the Forum of Appius and the Three Taverns to meet us. When Paul saw them, he was encouraged and gave thanks to God. Proverbs 25:13 Like the cold of snow in the time of harvest is a trustworthy messenger to those who send him; he refreshes the soul of his masters. Isaiah 66:14 When you see, you will rejoice, and you will flourish like grass; then the hand of the LORD will be revealed to His servants, but His wrath will be shown to His enemies. Job 29:25 I chose their course and presided as chief. So I dwelt as a king among his troops, as a comforter of the mourners. Proverbs 15:30 The light of the eyes cheers the heart, and good news nourishes the bones. Treasury of Scripture For they have refreshed my spirit and your's: therefore acknowledge you them that are such. they. Proverbs 25:13,25 As the cold of snow in the time of harvest, so is a faithful messenger to them that send him: for he refresheth the soul of his masters… Romans 15:32 That I may come unto you with joy by the will of God, and may with you be refreshed. 2 Corinthians 7:6,7,13 Nevertheless God, that comforteth those that are cast down, comforted us by the coming of Titus; … therefore. 1 Thessalonians 5:12 And we beseech you, brethren, to know them which labour among you, and are over you in the Lord, and admonish you; Philippians 2:29 Receive him therefore in the Lord with all gladness; and hold such in reputation: Hebrews 13:7 Remember them which have the rule over you, who have spoken unto you the word of God: whose faith follow, considering the end of their conversation. Jump to Previous Acknowledge Cause Comfort Deserve Recognition Refresh Refreshed Respect Spirit Your'sJump to Next Acknowledge Cause Comfort Deserve Recognition Refresh Refreshed Respect Spirit Your's1 Corinthians 16 1. He exhorts them to a collection for the brothers at Jerusalem.10. Commends Timothy; 13. and after friendly admonitions, 16. concludes his epistle with various salutations. For they refreshed my spirit and yours as well. This phrase highlights the impact of fellowship and encouragement within the Christian community. The individuals Paul refers to are likely Stephanas, Fortunatus, and Achaicus, who brought news and support from the Corinthian church. The term "refreshed" suggests a renewal or revitalization, akin to a spiritual rejuvenation. This reflects the biblical principle of mutual edification found in passages like Romans 15:32 and Philemon 1:7, where believers are encouraged to uplift one another. The communal aspect of faith is emphasized, showing that the early church valued personal connections and support, which were crucial for maintaining spiritual vitality in a challenging cultural environment. Show your appreciation, therefore, to such men. Persons / Places / Events 1. Paul the ApostleThe author of 1 Corinthians, writing to the church in Corinth. He is expressing gratitude for those who have refreshed his spirit. 2. Stephanas, Fortunatus, and Achaicus These are the men Paul is referring to in the context of this verse (see 1 Corinthians 16:17). They have come from Corinth to visit Paul and have brought him comfort and encouragement. 3. Corinth A major city in ancient Greece where the church to whom Paul is writing is located. It was known for its diverse population and significant trade. 4. The Church in Corinth The recipients of Paul's letter, a community of believers facing various challenges and divisions. 5. Paul's Ministry The broader context of Paul's missionary work and his relationship with the early Christian communities. Teaching Points The Importance of EncouragementEncouragement is a vital ministry within the body of Christ. Just as Paul was refreshed by the visit of his friends, we too can uplift and strengthen one another through our presence and words. Recognizing and Honoring Service Paul instructs the Corinthians to show appreciation to those who serve and refresh others. We should cultivate a culture of gratitude and recognition within our communities. The Power of Fellowship The visit of Stephanas, Fortunatus, and Achaicus demonstrates the power of fellowship. Personal connections and shared experiences can greatly impact our spiritual well-being. Mutual Refreshment The phrase "refreshed my spirit and yours as well" suggests a reciprocal relationship. As we pour into others, we often find ourselves renewed and encouraged. Living Out the Gospel By showing appreciation and refreshing others, we live out the gospel's call to love and serve one another, reflecting Christ's love in our actions.Verse 18. - My spirit and yours. They refreshed my spirit by telling me all about you, sad though much of the news was; and yours by this renewal of our mutual intercourse (comp. 2 Corinthians 7:13). Parallel Commentaries ... Greek Forγὰρ (gar) Conjunction Strong's 1063: For. A primary particle; properly, assigning a reason. they refreshed ἀνέπαυσαν (anepausan) Verb - Aorist Indicative Active - 3rd Person Plural Strong's 373: From ana and pauo; to repose (be exempt), remain); by implication, to refresh. my ἐμὸν (emon) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative Neuter 1st Person Singular Strong's 1699: My, mine. From the oblique cases of ego; my. spirit πνεῦμα (pneuma) Noun - Accusative Neuter Singular Strong's 4151: Wind, breath, spirit. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. yours {as well}. ὑμῶν (hymōn) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 2nd Person Plural Strong's 4771: You. The person pronoun of the second person singular; thou. Show your appreciation, ἐπιγινώσκετε (epiginōskete) Verb - Present Imperative Active - 2nd Person Plural Strong's 1921: From epi and ginosko; to know upon some mark, i.e. Recognize; by implication, to become fully acquainted with, to acknowledge. therefore, οὖν (oun) Conjunction Strong's 3767: Therefore, then. Apparently a primary word; certainly, or accordingly. to such men. τοιούτους (toioutous) Demonstrative Pronoun - Accusative Masculine Plural Strong's 5108: (including the other inflections); from toi and houtos; truly this, i.e. Of this sort (to denote character or individuality). 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