²¹ For we are taking pains to do what is right, not only in the eyes of the Lord but also in the eyes of man.^(A)

²² In addition, we are sending with them our brother who has often proved to us in many ways that he is zealous, and now even more so because of his great confidence in you. ²³ As for Titus,^(B) he is my partner^(C) and co-worker^(D) among you; as for our brothers,^(E) they are representatives of the churches and an honor to Christ.