Parallel Verses

Amplified

So then, while we [as individual believers] have the opportunity, let us do good to all people [not only being helpful, but also doing that which promotes their spiritual well-being], and especially [be a blessing] to those of the household of faith (born-again believers).

New American Standard Bible

So then, while we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, and especially to those who are of the household of the faith.

King James Version

As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith.

Holman Bible

Therefore, as we have opportunity, we must work for the good of all, especially for those who belong to the household of faith.

International Standard Version

So then, whenever we have the opportunity, let's practice doing good to everyone, especially to the family of faith.

A Conservative Version

So then as we have time, let us work what is good toward all men, and especially toward those belonging to a household of the faith.

American Standard Version

So then, as we have opportunity, let us work that which is good toward all men, and especially toward them that are of the household of the faith.

An Understandable Version

So then, we should do the right thing toward every person whenever we have the opportunity, and especially toward people who are part of God's family [i.e., those making up "the faith"].

Anderson New Testament

Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all, but especially to those who are the household of the faith.

Bible in Basic English

So then, as we have the chance, let us do good to all men, and specially to those who are of the family of the faith.

Common New Testament

So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, and especially to those who are of the household of faith.

Daniel Mace New Testament

therefore as we have opportunity, let us do good offices to all men, especially to the family of believers.

Darby Translation

So then, as we have occasion, let us do good towards all, and specially towards those of the household of faith.

Godbey New Testament

Then therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all, especially to those who are of the household of faith.

Goodspeed New Testament

So then whenever we have an opportunity, let us do good to all men, especially to those who belong to the family of the faith.

John Wesley New Testament

Therefore as we have opportunity, let us do good unto all men; but especially to them who are of the houshold of faith.

Julia Smith Translation

Wherefore then as we have time, let us work good to all, and chiefly to them of the household of faith.

King James 2000

As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith.

Lexham Expanded Bible

So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all [people], and especially to those who belong to the household of faith.

Modern King James verseion

So then as we have time, let us work good toward all, especially toward those of the household of faith.

Modern Spelling Tyndale-Coverdale

While we have, therefore, time; let us do good unto all men, and specially, unto them which are of the household of faith.

Moffatt New Testament

So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all men and in particular to the household of the faith.

Montgomery New Testament

So then, as we have opportunity, let is do good to all men, but especially to those who are of the household of faith.

NET Bible

So then, whenever we have an opportunity, let us do good to all people, and especially to those who belong to the family of faith.

New Heart English Bible

So then, as we have opportunity, let us do what is good toward all men, and especially toward those who are of the household of the faith.

Noyes New Testament

So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all, especially to those who are of the household of faith.

Sawyer New Testament

As we have opportunity, therefore, let us do good to all, but especially to the members of the family of the faith.

The Emphasized Bible

Hence, then, as we have opportunity, let us be working what is good, towards all, - but, especially, towards the family of the faith.

Thomas Haweis New Testament

Well then, whilst we have opportunity, let us do good unto all men, but especially unto those who are of the household of faith.

Twentieth Century New Testament

Therefore, I say, as the opportunity occurs, let us treat every one with kindness, and especially members of the Household of the Faith.

Webster

As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good to all men, especially to them who are of the household of faith.

Weymouth New Testament

So then, as we have opportunity, let us labour for the good of all, and especially of those who belong to the household of the faith.

Williams New Testament

So then whenever we have an opportunity, let us practice doing good to everybody, but especially to the members of the family of faith.

World English Bible

So then, as we have opportunity, let's do what is good toward all men, and especially toward those who are of the household of the faith.

Worrell New Testament

So, then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all men, but especially to those of the household of the faith.

Worsley New Testament

And therefore as we have opportunity, let us do good to all men, but especially to those who are of the houshold of faith.

Youngs Literal Translation

therefore, then, as we have opportunity, may we work the good to all, and especially unto those of the household of the faith.

Interlinear

English(KJV)
Strong's
Root Form
Definition
Usage
As
ὡς 
Hos 
as, when, how, as it were, about,
Usage: 417

we have
ἔχω 
Echo 
have, be, need , , vr have
Usage: 479

οὖν 
Oun 
therefore, then, so, and, now, wherefore, but, not tr,
Usage: 417

καιρός 
Kairos 
Usage: 63

let us do
ἐργάζομαι 
Ergazomai 
Usage: 28

G18
ἀγαθός 
Agathos 
Usage: 70

πρός 
Pros 
πρός 
Pros 
unto, to, with, for, against, among, at, not tr, , vr to
unto, to, with, for, against, among, at, not tr, , vr to
Usage: 412
Usage: 412

all
πᾶς 
Pas 
Usage: 704

μάλιστα 
Malista 
Usage: 12


which, who, the things, the son,
Usage: 0

of the household
οἰκεῖος 
Oikeios 
of the household, of own house
Usage: 3

Context Readings

Do Good To All People

9 Let us not grow weary or become discouraged in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap, if we do not give in. 10 So then, while we [as individual believers] have the opportunity, let us do good to all people [not only being helpful, but also doing that which promotes their spiritual well-being], and especially [be a blessing] to those of the household of faith (born-again believers). 11 See with what large letters I am writing to you with my own hand.



Cross References

Ephesians 2:19

So then you are no longer strangers and aliens [outsiders without rights of citizenship], but you are fellow citizens with the saints (God’s people), and are [members] of God’s household,

John 12:35

So Jesus said to them, “The Light is among you [only] a little while longer. Walk while you have the Light [keep on living by it], so that darkness will not overtake you. He who walks in the darkness does not know where he is going [he is drifting aimlessly].

Hebrews 3:6

but Christ is faithful as a Son over His [Father’s] house. And we are His house if we hold fast our confidence and sense of triumph in our hope [in Christ].

Proverbs 3:27


Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due [its rightful recipients],
When it is in your power to do it.

John 9:4

We must work the works of Him who sent Me while it is day; night is coming when no one can work.

1 Thessalonians 5:15

See that no one repays another with evil for evil, but always seek that which is good for one another and for all people.

Hebrews 13:16

Do not neglect to do good, to contribute [to the needy of the church as an expression of fellowship], for such sacrifices are always pleasing to God.

Psalm 37:3


Trust [rely on and have confidence] in the Lord and do good;
Dwell in the land and feed [securely] on His faithfulness.

Psalm 37:27


Depart from evil and do good;
And you will dwell [securely in the land] forever.

Ecclesiastes 3:12

I know that there is nothing better for them than to rejoice and to do good as long as they live;

Ecclesiastes 9:10

Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might; for there is no activity or planning or knowledge or wisdom in Sheol (the nether world, the place of the dead) where you are going.

Matthew 5:43

“You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor (fellow man) and hate your enemy.’

Matthew 10:25

It is enough for the disciple to be like his teacher, and the bond-servant like his master. If they have called the head of the house Beelzebul (Satan), how much more [will they speak evil of] the members of his household.

Matthew 12:50

For whoever does the will of My Father who is in heaven [by believing in Me, and following Me] is My brother and sister and mother.”

Matthew 25:40

The King will answer and say to them, ‘I assure you and most solemnly say to you, to the extent that you did it for one of these brothers of Mine, even the least of them, you did it for Me.’

Mark 3:4

He asked them, “Is it lawful on the Sabbath to do good or to do evil, to save a life or to kill?” But they kept silent.

Luke 6:35

But love [that is, unselfishly seek the best or higher good for] your enemies, and do good, and lend, expecting nothing in return; for your reward will be great (rich, abundant), and you will be sons of the Most High; because He Himself is kind and gracious and good to the ungrateful and the wicked.

Ephesians 3:15

from whom every family in heaven and on earth derives its name [God—the first and ultimate Father].

Ephesians 5:16

making the very most of your time [on earth, recognizing and taking advantage of each opportunity and using it with wisdom and diligence], because the days are [filled with] evil.

Philippians 4:10

I rejoiced greatly in the Lord, that now at last you have renewed your concern for me; indeed, you were concerned about me before, but you had no opportunity to show it.

Colossians 4:5

Conduct yourself with wisdom in your interactions with outsiders (non-believers), make the most of each opportunity [treating it as something precious].

1 Timothy 6:17-18

As for the rich in this present world, instruct them not to be conceited and arrogant, nor to set their hope on the uncertainty of riches, but on God, who richly and ceaselessly provides us with everything for our enjoyment.

Titus 2:14

who [willingly] gave Himself [to be crucified] on our behalf to redeem us and purchase our freedom from all wickedness, and to purify for Himself a chosen and very special people to be His own possession, who are enthusiastic for doing what is good.

Titus 3:8

This is a faithful and trustworthy saying; and concerning these things I want you to speak with great confidence, so that those who have believed God [that is, those who have trusted in, relied on, and accepted Christ Jesus as Savior,] will be careful to participate in doing good and honorable things. These things are excellent [in themselves] and profitable for the people.

Hebrews 6:10

For God is not unjust so as to forget your work and the love which you have shown for His name in ministering to [the needs of] the saints (God’s people), as you do.

1 John 3:13-19

Do not be surprised, believers, if the world hates you.

1 John 5:1

Everyone who believes [with a deep, abiding trust in the fact] that Jesus is the Christ (the Messiah, the Anointed) is born of God [that is, reborn from above—spiritually transformed, renewed, and set apart for His purpose], and everyone who loves the Father also loves the child born of Him.

3 John 1:5-8

Beloved, you are acting faithfully in what you are providing for the brothers, and especially when they are strangers;

3 John 1:11

Beloved, do not imitate what is evil, but [imitate] what is good. The one who practices good [exhibiting godly character, moral courage and personal integrity] is of God; the one who practices [or permits or tolerates] evil has not seen God [he has no personal experience with Him and does not know Him at all].

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