2 Corinthians 8:17
Because he indeed accepted the exhortation, but his own will being more zealous, he went forth to you.
A Conservative Version
In The King James Version
For indeed he accepted the exhortation; but being more forward, of his own accord he went unto you.
In Context
16But thanks to God who gives the same eagerness for you in the heart of Titus.
Cross References
2 Corinthians 8:8I speak not from commandment, but because of the zeal of others, also examining the genuineness of your love.
Hebrews 13:22And I urge you, brothers, bear with the word of exhortation, for I also wrote to you in brief.
Matthew Henry on 2 Corinthians 8:17-24
Commendations of Titus and Others. ( a. d. 57.) 16 But thanks be to God, which put the same earnest care into the heart of Titus for you. 17 For indeed he accepted the exhortation; but being more forward, of his own accord he went unto you. 18 And we have sent with him the brother, whose praise is in the gospel throughout all the churches; 19 And not that only, but who was also chosen of the churches to travel with us with this grace, which is administered by us to the glory of the same Lord, and declaration of… Read the whole commentary →