Parallel Verses
New American Standard Bible
To me,
King James Version
Unto me, who am less than the least of all saints, is this grace given, that I should preach among the Gentiles the unsearchable riches of Christ;
Holman Bible
This grace was given to me—the least of all the saints—to proclaim to the Gentiles the incalculable riches
International Standard Version
To me, the very least of all the saints, this grace was given so that I might proclaim to the gentiles the immeasurable wealth of the Messiah
A Conservative Version
To me, a man less than the least of all the sanctified, this grace was given to preach good-news among the Gentiles, the unsearchable wealth of Christ,
American Standard Version
Unto me, who am less than the least of all saints, was this grace given, to preach unto the Gentiles the unsearchable riches of Christ;
Amplified
To me, [though I am] the very least of all the saints (God’s people), this grace [which is undeserved] was graciously given, to proclaim to the Gentiles the good news of the incomprehensible riches of Christ [that spiritual wealth which no one can fully understand],
An Understandable Version
This favor of preaching the unfathomable riches of Christ to the Gentiles was given to me [even though] I am the least significant of all saints [i.e., God's holy people].
Anderson New Testament
to me, who am by far the least of all the saints, has this grace been given, that I might preach among the Gentiles the unsearchable riches of the Christ,
Bible in Basic English
To me, who am less than the least of all the saints, was this grace given, so that I might make clear to the Gentiles the good news of the unending wealth of Christ:
Common New Testament
To me, though I am the very least of all the saints, this grace was given, to preach to the Gentiles the unsearchable riches of Christ,
Daniel Mace New Testament
upon me, who am the meanest of all christians, is this favour bestowed, that I should proclaim to the Gentiles the undiscoverable advantages by Christ;
Darby Translation
To me, less than the least of all saints, has this grace been given, to announce among the nations the glad tidings of the unsearchable riches of the Christ,
Goodspeed New Testament
To me, the very least of all his people, this favor has been given, of preaching to the heathen the inexhaustible wealth of the Christ,
John Wesley New Testament
Unto me, who am less than the least of all saints is this grace given, to preach among the Gentiles the unsearchable riches of Christ.
Julia Smith Translation
To me, the least of all the holy ones, was this grace given, to announce the good news in the nations, the untraceable riches of Christ.
King James 2000
Unto me, who am less than the least of all saints, is this grace given, that I should preach among the Gentiles the unsearchable riches of Christ;
Lexham Expanded Bible
To me, the least of all the saints, was given this grace: to proclaim the good news of the fathomless riches of Christ to the Gentiles,
Modern King James verseion
This grace is given to me (who am less than the least of all saints) to preach the gospel of the unsearchable riches of Christ among the nations,
Modern Spelling Tyndale-Coverdale
Unto me, the least of all saints, is this grace given; that I should preach among the gentiles the unsearchable riches of Christ,
Moffatt New Testament
less than the least of all saints as I am, this grace was vouchsafed me, that I should bring the Gentiles the gospel of the fathomless wealth of Christ
Montgomery New Testament
To me, who am less than the least of all saints, has this grace been given, that I should proclaim among the Gentiles the gospel of the unsearchable riches of Christ;
NET Bible
To me -- less than the least of all the saints -- this grace was given, to proclaim to the Gentiles the unfathomable riches of Christ
New Heart English Bible
To me, the very least of all saints, was this grace given, to proclaim to the Gentiles the unsearchable riches of Christ,
Noyes New Testament
To me, who am less than the least of all saints, was this grace given, to make known among the gentiles the glad tidings of the unsearchable riches of Christ,
Sawyer New Testament
To me, who am the least of all saints, was this grace given, to preach to the nations the unsearchable riches of Christ,
The Emphasized Bible
Unto me - the less than least of all saints, was given this favour, unto the nations, to announce the glad-message of the untraceable riches of the Christ,
Thomas Haweis New Testament
To me, who am less than the least of all saints, is this grace given, that I should preach among the Gentiles the unsearchable riches of Christ;
Twentieth Century New Testament
Yes, to me, who am less than the least of all Christ's People, was this charge entrusted!--to tell the Gentiles the Good News of the boundless wealth to be found in the Christ,
Webster
To me, who am less than the least of all saints, is this grace given, that I should preach among the Gentiles the unsearchable riches of Christ;
Weymouth New Testament
To me who am less than the least of all God's people has this work been graciously entrusted--to proclaim to the Gentiles the Good News of the exhaustless wealth of Christ,
Williams New Testament
yes, on me, the very least of all His people, this unmerited favor was bestowed -- that I might preach as good news to the heathen the boundless riches of Christ,
World English Bible
To me, the very least of all saints, was this grace given, to preach to the Gentiles the unsearchable riches of Christ,
Worrell New Testament
To me, who am less than the least of all saints, was this grace given, to proclaim, to the gentiles, the glad tidings of the unsearchable riches of Christ;
Worsley New Testament
On me, who am less than the least of all saints, was this grace bestowed, that I should preach among the Gentiles the unsearchable riches of Christ,
Youngs Literal Translation
to me -- the less than the least of all the saints -- was given this grace, among the nations to proclaim good news -- the untraceable riches of the Christ,
Themes
Gentiles/heathen » The apostle of the gentiles/heathen
Grace » Who the lord gives grace to
Preciousness of Christ » Unsearchable
Resurrection » What the lord has revealed
Topics
Interlinear
Pas
Houtos
References
Word Count of 36 Translations in Ephesians 3:8
Images Ephesians 3:8
Prayers for Ephesians 3:8
Verse Info
Context Readings
The Mystery Of Christ Revealed
7
I was made a minister, according to the gift of God's grace that was given me according to the working of his power.
8 To me,
Cross References
1 Corinthians 15:9
I am the least of the apostles and do not deserve to be called an apostle, because I persecuted the people of God.
Romans 11:33
O the depth of the riches both of the wisdom and knowledge of God! How unsearchable are his judgments. His ways are beyond human understanding!
Ephesians 3:16
That he would grant you, according to the riches of his glory, that you may be strengthened with power through his Spirit in the inward man.
1 Chronicles 17:16
Then King David went in and sat in Jehovah's presence. He said: Who am I, O Jehovah? What is my family, that you have brought me this far?
1 Chronicles 29:14-15
Yet my people and I cannot really give you anything. This is because everything is a gift from you, and we have only given back what is yours already.
Psalm 31:19
Your goodness is so great! You reserve it for those who respect you. The sons of men watch as you show it to those who take refuge in you.
Proverbs 30:2-3
Surely I am more stupid then any man, and do not have the understanding of a man.
John 1:16
Out of the fullness of his undeserved kindness he gives us one blessing after another.
Acts 5:41
They left the council and rejoiced that they were counted worthy to suffer shame for his name.
Acts 9:15
The Lord said to him: Be on your way. This man is a chosen vessel to bear my name to the people of the nations, and kings and the children of Israel.
Romans 2:4
Do you despise the riches of his goodness, forbearance, and long-suffering? Do you not know that the goodness of God leads you to repentance?
Romans 12:10
Be devoted to one another with brotherly love, in honor preferring one another.
Romans 15:15-17
Nevertheless, brothers, I have written more boldly to you on some points, keeping you in mind, because of the grace that is given to me from God,
1 Corinthians 1:30
It is because of him you are united with Christ Jesus, who became wisdom to us from God, and righteousness, and sanctification, and redemption.
1 Corinthians 2:9
It is written: Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, and it has not entered into the heart of man, the things God prepared for those who love him. (Isaiah 64:4)
Galatians 1:16
He revealed his Son to me that I might preach him among the nations. I do not confer with flesh and blood (human beings).
Galatians 2:8
The one who made Peter an apostle to the Jewish people (who are circumcised) also made me an apostle to the people of the nations (who are not circumcised).
Ephesians 1:7-8
In him we have our redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace.
Ephesians 2:7
So in the ages to come he, with Christ Jesus, might show the exceeding (surpassing) (exceptional) riches of his grace with kindness toward us.
Ephesians 3:2
You have heard of the stewardship of God's loving kindness that was given to me with you in view.
Ephesians 3:19
And may you know the love of Christ that surpasses knowledge. May you be filled with all the fullness of God.
Philippians 2:3
Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility consider others more important than you.
Philippians 4:19
My God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus.
Colossians 1:27
It was God's will to make known his secret to the people of the nations, this rich and glorious secret that he has for people. The secret is that Christ is in union with you, which means that you will share in his glory.
Colossians 2:1-3
Let me tell you how hard I worked for you, for the people in Laodicea, and for all others who do not personally know me.
1 Timothy 1:13
I was a blasphemer, and a persecutor, and a violent aggressor. I was shown mercy, because I did it ignorantly in unbelief.
1 Timothy 1:15
Faithful is the saying, and worthy of acceptance, that Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners, of whom I am foremost.
1 Timothy 2:7
Because of this I was appointed a preacher and an apostle. What I say is true, not false, and I am a teacher of the nations in the true faith.
2 Timothy 1:11
I was appointed to be a messenger of this good news, an apostle, and a teacher.
1 Peter 5:5-6
Likewise, you younger men, be subject to the older men. Yes, all of you clothe yourselves with humility and serve one another. God resists the proud, but gives loving kindness to the humble.
Revelation 3:18
I counsel you to buy gold from me, gold purified by fire, so that you may be rich; and white clothing, so that you may be clothed. In this way the shame of your nakedness will not appear. And anoint your eyes with eye salve, so that you may see.