2 Corinthians 8:17
For certainly, he accepted the exhortation. But since he was more solicitous, he went to you of his own free will.
Catholic Public Domain 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 be to God, who has granted to the heart of Titus, this same solicitude for you.
Cross References
2 Corinthians 8:8I am speaking, not commanding. But through the solicitude of others, I approve of the good character of your charity.
Hebrews 13:22And I beg you, brothers, that you may permit this word of consolation, especially since I have written to you with few words.
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 →