Galatians. 8 Now, brothers and sisters, we want to tell you about the grace of God which has been evident in the churches of Macedonia [awakening in them a longing to contribute]; 2 for during an ordeal of severe distress, their abundant joy and their deep poverty [together] overflowed in the wealth of their lavish generosity. Chapter 4. Book Overview - 2 Corinthians by Arend Remmers. Chapter 11. 12 It is necessary to boast, though nothing is gained by it; but I will go on to visions and revelations of the Lord. 3 And I 22We have sent with them our brother, whom we have often tested and found to be diligent in many things, but who is now even more diligent [than ever] because of his great confidence in you. 17 For Titus not only accepted our appeal, but was so very interested in you that he has gone to visit you of his own accord. 18 And we have sent along with him the [c]brother who is praised in the gospel [ministry] throughout all the churches; 19 and not only this, but he has also been appointed by the churches to travel with us in regard to this gracious offering which we are administering for the glory of the Lord Himself, and to show our eagerness [as believers to help one another]. 16 But thanks be to God who puts the same genuine concern for you in the heart of Titus. 21For we have regard for what is honorable [and above suspicion], not only in the sight of the Lord, but also in the sight of men. 2 Corinthians 8. 12For if the eagerness [to give] is there, it is acceptable according to what one has, not according to what he does not have. 23As for Titus, he is my partner and fellow worker in your service; and as for the [other two] brothers, they are [special] [d]messengers of the churches, a glory and credit to Christ. 8 I am not saying this as a command [to dictate to you], but to prove, by [pointing out] the enthusiasm of others, the sincerity of your love as well. 2 I know a man in Christ who fourteen years ago—whether in the body I do not know, or out of the body I do not know, [only] God knows—such a man was caught up to the third heaven. 8 We are pressured in every way [hedged in], but not crushed; perplexed [unsure of finding a way out], but not driven to despair; 9 hunted down and persecuted, but not deserted [to stand alone]; struck down, but never destroyed; Cancel. Change language {{#items}} {{local_title}} {{/items}} ← Language. 2 Corinthians 9 . For I testify that they gave as much as they were able, and even beyond their ability. Chapter 13. 2 Corinthians 6-8 Amplified Bible (AMP) Their Ministry Commended. The Collection for the Lord’s People. 2 Corinthians 7. 10 I give you my opinion in this matter: this is to your advantage, who were the first to begin a year ago not only to take action [to help the believers in Jerusalem], but also [the first] to desire to do it. 12 For if the eagerness [to give] is there, it is acceptable according to what one has, not according to what he does not have. NASB E-Prime Young's Compare all. AMPC: Amplified Bible, Classic Edition . Chapter 10. Now [remember] this: he who sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and he who sows generously [that blessings may come to others] will also reap generously [and be blessed]. 23 As for Titus, he is my partner and fellow worker in your service; and as for the [other two] brothers, they are [special] [d]messengers of the churches, a glory and credit to Christ. Chapter 3. K.J.V. 13For it is not [intended] that others be relieved [of their responsibility] and that you be [a]burdened [unfairly], but [b]that there be equality [in sharing the burden]-- 21 For we have regard for what is honorable [and above suspicion], not only in the sight of the Lord, but also in the sight of men. Amplified Bible (AMP). 9For you are recognizing [more clearly] the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ [His astonishing kindness, His generosity, His gracious favor], that though He was rich, yet for your sake He became poor, so that by His poverty you might become rich (abundantly blessed). Apr 17, 2015 - I give this not as an order [to dictate to you], but to prove, by [pointing out] the zeal of others, the sincerity of your [own] love also. Chapter 12 . Book List. Chapter 8. 2 For if I cause you grief [by a well-deserved rebuke], who then provides me enjoyment but the very one whom I have made sad? I am not saying this as a command [to dictate to you], but to prove, by [pointing out] the enthusiasm of others, the sincerity of your love as well. 2 Corinthians 9:9. 18And we have sent along with him the [c]brother who is praised in the gospel [ministry] throughout all the churches; Entirely on their … Chapter 2. 2 Corinthians 9:7. Book Notes Barnes' Book Notes Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown Book Notes Robertson's Book Notes (NT) Commentaries Adam Clarke Barnes' Notes Forerunner Commentary Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown John Wesley's Notes Matthew Henry People's Commentary (NT) … I am not saying this as a command [to dictate to you], but to prove, by [pointing out] the enthusiasm of others, the sincerity of your love as well. Therefore if any person is [ingrafted] in Christ (the Messiah) he is a new creation (a new creature altogether); the old [previous moral and spiritual condition] has passed away. 1Now, brothers and sisters, we want to tell you about the grace of God which has been evident in the churches of Macedonia [awakening in them a longing to contribute]; 2for during an ordeal of severe distress, their abundant joy and their deep poverty [together] overflowed in the wealth of their lavish generosity. 15as it is written [in Scripture], “HE WHO gathered MUCH DID NOT HAVE TOO MUCH, AND HE WHO gathered LITTLE DID NOT LACK.”. 1 Now I, Paul, urge you by the gentleness and graciousness of Christ--I who am meek [so they say] when with you face to face, but bold [outspoken and fearless] toward you when absent! For I am zealous for you with a godly eagerness and a divine jealousy, for I have betrothed you to o Amplified Thinline Holy Bible--bonded leather, black (indexed), Amplified Large-Print Bible--bonded leather, burgundy, Amplified Holy Bible--bonded leather, burgundy (indexed), Amplified Holy Bible: Captures the Full Meaning Behind the Original Greek and Hebrew - eBook. Chapter 7. The Amplified Bible 2 Corinthians 9:8. The Amplified Bible 2 Corinthians 8. Chapter 6. 6 Working together with Him, we strongly urge you not to receive God’s grace in vain [by turning away from sound doctrine and His merciful kindness]. 2 Corinthians 8 Amplified Bible: Par Great Generosity. 4begging us insistently for the privilege of participating in the service for [the support of] the saints [in Jerusalem]. 20 We are taking precaution so that no one will [find anything with which to] discredit us in our administration of this generous gift. 1 Corinthians. 7But just as you excel in everything, [and lead the way] in faith, in speech, in knowledge, in genuine concern, and in your love for us, see that you excel in this gracious work [of giving] also. Copyright © 2015 by The Lockman Foundation, La Habra, CA 90631. The identity of this man is unknown—perhaps it was Luke. 2 Corinthians 8:1-24. 2for during an ordeal of severe distress, their abundant joy and their deep poverty [together] overflowed in the wealth of their lavish generosity. Bible Gateway is here to help with these FREE lessons. The Amplified Bible 2 Corinthians 9:7. The Amplified Bible 2 Corinthians. 5Not only [did they give materially] as we had hoped, but first they gave themselves to the Lord and to us [as His representatives] by the will of God [disregarding their personal interests and giving as much as they possibly could]. N.A.S.B. 7 But we have this precious treasure [the good news about salvation] in [unworthy] earthen vessels [of human frailty], so that the grandeur and surpassing greatness of the power will be [shown to be] from God [His sufficiency] and not from ourselves. 2 Corinthians 8:9 AMP For you are recognizing [more clearly] the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ [His astonishing kindness, His generosity, His gracious favor], that though He was rich, yet for your sake He became poor, so that by His poverty you might become rich (abundantly blessed). 2 Corinthians 4:8-9 Amplified Bible (AMP). 2 Corinthians 9:6. Chapter 9. 13 chapters. I am not saying this as a command [to dictate to you], but to prove, by [pointing out] the enthusiasm of others, the sincerity of your love as well. 1 Corinthians 2:2 In reality, Paul was a highly-trained student of the Old Testament writings, Jewish law, and of logic and rhetoric; and evidently he was conversant in Roman law as well. Let each one give [thoughtfully and with purpose] just as he has decided in his heart, not grudgingly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver [and delights in the one whose heart is in his gift]. 1 Now, brothers and sisters, we want to tell you about the grace of God which has been evident in the churches of Macedonia [awakening in them a longing to contribute]; 2 for during an ordeal of severe distress, their abundant joy and their deep poverty [together] overflowed in the wealth of their lavish generosity. 24Therefore, show these men, in the sight of the churches, the proof of your love and our reason for being proud of you. Amplified Bible 8 And God is able to make all grace [every favor and earthly blessing] come in abundance to you, so that you may always [under all circumstances, regardless of the need] have complete sufficiency in everything [being completely self-sufficient in Him], and have an abundance for every good work and act of charity. 22 We have sent with them our brother, whom we have often tested and found to be diligent in many things, but who is now even more diligent [than ever] because of his great confidence in you. 2 In the midst of a very severe trial, their overflowing joy and their extreme poverty welled up in rich generosity. I WISH you would bear with me while I indulge in a little [so-called] foolishness. 6 So we urged Titus that, as he began it, he should also complete this gracious work among you as well. 13 Since we have (G)the same spirit of faith according to what has been written, (H)“I believed, and so I spoke,” we also believe, and so we also speak,14 knowing that (I)he who raised the Lord Jesus (J)will raise us also with Jesus and (K)bring us with you into his presence.15 For (L)it is all for your sake, so that as (M)grace extends to more and more people it may increase thanksgiving, (N)to the glory of God. 2 Corinthians 5 Amplified Bible (AMP) The Temporal and Eternal. 10I give you my opinion in this matter: this is to your advantage, who were the first to begin a year ago not only to take action [to help the believers in Jerusalem], but also [the first] to desire to do it. Amplified© Bible; 2 Corinthians 8 2 Corinthians 8. Bible Language English. AMPC 2 Corinthians 8 1 WE WANT to tell you further, brethren, about the grace (the favor and spiritual blessing) of God which has been evident in the churches of Macedonia [arousing in … 8I am not saying this as a command [to dictate to you], but to prove, by [pointing out] the enthusiasm of others, the sincerity of your love as well. Let each one give [thoughtfully and with purpose] just as he has decided in his heart, not grudgingly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver [and delights in the one whose heart is in his gift]. 2 Corinthians 5:17 AMPC. 2 Corinthians 8:7. Great Generosity. 19and not only this, but he has also been appointed by the churches to travel with us in regard to this gracious offering which we are administering for the glory of the Lord Himself, and to show our eagerness [as believers to help one another]. 2 Corinthians 8:9. 1 Corinthians 2 Amplified Bible (AMP) ... 1 Corinthians 2:1 One early ms reads mystery. 1 But I made up my mind not to grieve you with another painful visit. 2 Corinthians 8. 6So we urged Titus that, as he began it, he should also complete this gracious work among you as well. Version. 1. 14at this present time your surplus [over necessities] is going to supply their need, so that [at some other time] their surplus may be given to supply your need, that there may be equality; 2 Corinthians. 5 For we know that if the earthly tent [our physical body] which is our house is torn down [through death], we have a building from God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens. Bible > AMP > 2 Corinthians 10 2 Corinthians 10 Amplified Bible: Par Paul Describes Himself. Recipients, Author and Time of Writing. Chapter 1. 7 But just as you excel in everything, [and lead the way] in faith, in speech, in knowledge, in genuine concern, and in your love for us, see that you excel in this gracious work [of giving] also. 3For I testify that according to their ability, and beyond their ability, they gave voluntarily, 13 For it is not [intended] that others be relieved [of their responsibility] and that you be [a]burdened [unfairly], but [b]that there be equality [in sharing the burden]— 14 at this present time your surplus [over necessities] is going to supply their need, so that [at some other time] their surplus may be given to supply your need, that there may be equality; 15 as it is written [in Scripture], “He who gathered much did not have too much, and he who gathered little did not lack.”(A). 9 For you are recognizing [more clearly] the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ [His astonishing kindness, His generosity, His gracious favor], that though He was rich, yet for your sake He became poor, so that by His poverty you might become rich (abundantly blessed). 1Now, brothers and sisters, we want to tell you about the grace of God which has been evident in the churches of Macedonia [awakening in them a longing to contribute]; 2 Corinthians 9:8 AMP And God is able to make all grace [every favor and earthly blessing] come in abundance to you, so that you may always [under all circumstances, regardless of the need] have complete sufficiency in everything [being completely self-sufficient in Him], and have an abundance for every good work and act of charity. Amplified® Darby I.S.V. 3 For I testify that they gave as much as they were able, and even beyond their ability. 24 Therefore, show these men, in the sight of the churches, the proof of your love and our reason for being proud of you. 11 So now finish this, so that your eagerness in desiring it may be equaled by your completion of it, according to your ability. 2 Corinthians 9:8. 5 Not only [did they give materially] as we had hoped, but first they gave themselves to the Lord and to us [as His representatives] by the will of God [disregarding their personal interests and giving as much as they possibly could]. Chapter 5. 8. 2 Corinthians 9 . Great Generosity 8 Now, brothers and sisters, we want to tell you about the grace of God which has been evident in the churches of Macedonia [awakening in them a longing to contribute]; 2 for during an ordeal of severe distress, their abundant joy and their deep poverty [together] overflowed in the wealth of their lavish generosity. Behold, the fresh and new has come! 17For Titus not only accepted our appeal, but was so very interested in you that he has gone to visit you of his own accord. The Amplified Bible 2 Corinthians 8:8. 2 Corinthians 9:8 (Amplified® Bible) A.F.V A.S.V. 16But thanks be to God who puts the same genuine concern for you in the heart of Titus. Great Generosity. 1 Now, brothers and sisters, we want to tell you about the grace of God which has been evident in the churches of Macedonia [awakening in them a longing to contribute]; 2 for during an ordeal of severe distress, their abundant joy and their deep poverty [together] overflowed in the wealth of their lavish generosity. The Bible doesn't have to be daunting! 2 Corinthians 9. 20We are taking precaution so that no one will [find anything with which to] discredit us in our administration of this generous gift. 11So now finish this, so that your eagerness in desiring it may be equaled by your completion of it, according to your ability. 2 Corinthians 12 Amplified Bible (AMP) Paul’s Vision. 3 For I testify that according to their ability, and beyond their ability, they gave voluntarily, 4 begging us insistently for the privilege of participating in the service for [the support of] the saints [in Jerusalem]. 2 Corinthians More information And God is able to make all grace (every favor and earthly blessing) come to you in abundance, so that you may always and under all circumstances and whatever the need be self-sufficient [possessing enough to require no aid or support and furnished in abundance for every good work and charitable donation]. Do bear with me! 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