Parallel Verses

Amplified

not that we rule [like dictators] over your faith, but rather we work with you for [the increase of] your joy; for in your faith you stand firm [in your strong conviction that Jesus of Nazareth—the Messiah—is the Son of God, through whom we obtain eternal salvation].

New American Standard Bible

Not that we lord it over your faith, but are workers with you for your joy; for in your faith you are standing firm.

King James Version

Not for that we have dominion over your faith, but are helpers of your joy: for by faith ye stand.

Holman Bible

I do not mean that we have control of your faith, but we are workers with you for your joy, because you stand by faith.

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International Standard Version

It is not that we are trying to rule over your faith, but rather to work with you for your joy, because you have been standing firm in the faith.

A Conservative Version

Not because we lord over your faith, but are co-workmen of your joy, for by faith ye stand.

American Standard Version

Not that we have lordship over your faith, but are helpers of your joy: for in faith ye stand fast.

An Understandable Version

For we do not have [the right to] rule over your faith [i.e., to dictate concerning your personal relationship with God], but we want to work with you for your happiness. For you are [already] standing firm in your faith. [Note: This whole narrative alludes to some unresolved problems still existing there in Corinth].

Anderson New Testament

not that we are lords over your faith, but fellow- workers for your joy: for by faith you stand.

Bible in Basic English

Not that we have authority over your faith, but we are helpers of your joy: for it is faith which is your support.

Common New Testament

Not that we lord it over your faith; but we work with you for your joy, for you stand firm in your faith.

Daniel Mace New Testament

not that I would arbitrarily prescribe what you should believe, but rather encourage you to go on: for 'tis by faith you have stood.

Darby Translation

Not that we rule over your faith, but are fellow-workmen of your joy: for by faith ye stand.

Godbey New Testament

not that we domineer over your faith, but we are fellow-workers of your joy: for by faith you stand.

Goodspeed New Testament

Not that we are the masters of you and your faith; we are working with you to make you happy, for in your faith you stand firm enough.

John Wesley New Testament

Not that we have dominion over your faith, but are helpers of your joy; for by faith ye have stood.

Julia Smith Translation

Not that we are masters of your faith, but we are aiders of your joy: for ye have stood in the faith.

King James 2000

Not that we have dominion over your faith, but are helpers of your joy: for by faith you stand.

Lexham Expanded Bible

Not that we lord it over your faith, but we are fellow workers for your joy, because by faith you stand firm.

Modern King James verseion

Not that we have dominion over your faith, but we are helpers of your joy; for by faith you stand.

Modern Spelling Tyndale-Coverdale

Not that we be lords over your faith: but helpers of your joy. For by faith ye stand.

Moffatt New Testament

(Not that we lord it over your faith ??no, we co-operate for your joy: you have a standing of your own in the faith.)

Montgomery New Testament

(not that I am attempting to lord it over your faith, but rather to work with you for your happiness); for your faith is stedfast.

NET Bible

I do not mean that we rule over your faith, but we are workers with you for your joy, because by faith you stand firm.

New Heart English Bible

Not that we have lordship over your faith, but are fellow workers with you for your joy. For you stand firm in faith.

Noyes New Testament

not that we have dominion over your faith, but are helpers of your joy. For in respect to faith ye stand firm.

Sawyer New Testament

Not that we are lords of your faith, but co-laborers of your joy; for you stand firm by the faith.

The Emphasized Bible

Not that we have lordship over your faith, but are, helpers, of your joy, for, by your faith, ye stand.

Thomas Haweis New Testament

not that we have dominion over your faith, but are fellow-helpers of your joy; for by faith ye stand.

Twentieth Century New Testament

I do not mean that we are to dictate to you with regard to your faith; on the contrary, we work with you for your true happiness; indeed, it is through your faith that you are standing firm.

Webster

Not for that we have dominion over your faith, but are helpers of your joy: for by faith ye stand.

Weymouth New Testament

Not that we want to lord it over you in respect of your faith--we do, however, desire to help your joy--for in the matter of your faith you are standing firm.

Williams New Testament

Not that we are trying to lord it over your faith, but we are workers with you to promote your joy, for in your faith you are standing firm.

World English Bible

Not that we have lordship over your faith, but are fellow workers with you for your joy. For you stand firm in faith.

Worrell New Testament

Not that we have lordship over your faith, but are helpers of your joy; for by faith ye have been standing.

Worsley New Testament

not that we are lords over your faith, but are helpers of your joy: for by faith ye stand.

Youngs Literal Translation

not that we are lords over your faith, but we are workers together with your joy, for by the faith ye stand.

Interlinear

English(KJV)
Strong's
Root Form
Definition
Usage
Not
οὐ 
Ou 
not, no, cannot ,
Usage: 1032

ὅτι 
Hoti 
Usage: 764

κυριεύω 
Kurieuo 
Usage: 6

ὑμῶν 
Humon 
your, you, ye, yours, not tr.,
Usage: 371

πίστις 
Pistis 
Usage: 221

but
ἀλλά 
Alla 
but, yea, yet, nevertheless, howbeit, nay, therefore, save, not tr,
Usage: 461

are
ἐσμέν 
Esmen 
Usage: 50

συνεργός 
sunergos 
Usage: 13

of your
ὑμῶν 
Humon 
your, you, ye, yours, not tr.,
Usage: 371

joy
χαρά 
Chara 
Usage: 44

for
γάρ 
Gar 
for, , not tr
Usage: 825

by faith
πίστις 
Pistis 
Usage: 221

References

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Context Readings

Paul Delays His Visit To Corinth

23 But I call on God as my soul’s witness, that it was to spare you [pain and discouragement] that I did not come again to Corinth— 24 not that we rule [like dictators] over your faith, but rather we work with you for [the increase of] your joy; for in your faith you stand firm [in your strong conviction that Jesus of Nazareth—the Messiah—is the Son of God, through whom we obtain eternal salvation].


Cross References

Romans 11:20

That is true. They were broken off because of their unbelief, but you stand by your faith [as believers understanding the truth of Christ’s deity]. Do not be conceited, but [rather stand in great awe of God and] fear [Him];

1 Corinthians 15:1

Now brothers and sisters, let me remind you [once again] of the good news [of salvation] which I preached to you, which you welcomed and accepted and on which you stand [by faith].

1 Peter 5:3

not lording it over those assigned to your care [do not be arrogant or overbearing], but be examples [of Christian living] to the flock [set a pattern of integrity for your congregation].

Matthew 23:8-10

But do not be called Rabbi (Teacher); for One is your Teacher, and you are all [equally] brothers.

Matthew 24:49

and begins to beat his fellow servants and to eat and drink with drunkards;

Romans 1:12

that is, that we may be mutually encouraged and comforted by each other’s faith, both yours and mine.

Romans 5:2

Through Him we also have access by faith into this [remarkable state of] grace in which we [firmly and safely and securely] stand. Let us rejoice in our hope and the confident assurance of [experiencing and enjoying] the glory of [our great] God [the manifestation of His excellence and power].

1 Corinthians 3:5

What then is Apollos? And what is Paul? Just servants through whom you believed [in Christ], even as the Lord appointed to each his task.

2 Corinthians 2:1-3

But I made up my mind not to grieve you with another painful visit.

2 Corinthians 4:5

For we do not preach ourselves, but Jesus Christ as Lord, and ourselves [merely] as your bond-servants for Jesus’ sake.

2 Corinthians 5:7

for we walk by faith, not by sight [living our lives in a manner consistent with our confident belief in God’s promises]—

Ephesians 6:14-16

So stand firm and hold your ground, having tightened the wide band of truth (personal integrity, moral courage) around your waist and having put on the breastplate of righteousness (an upright heart),

Philippians 1:25-26

Since I am convinced of this, I know that I will remain and continue with all of you for your progress and joy in the faith,

2 Timothy 2:24-26

The servant of the Lord must not participate in quarrels, but must be kind to everyone [even-tempered, preserving peace, and he must be], skilled in teaching, patient and tolerant when wronged.

1 Peter 5:8-9

Be sober [well balanced and self-disciplined], be alert and cautious at all times. That enemy of yours, the devil, prowls around like a roaring lion [fiercely hungry], seeking someone to devour.

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