2 Corinthians 8:17
because he indeed accepted our exhortation; and being the more enthusiastic, came unto you of his own accord.
1902 William Baxter Godbey NT
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 unto God, who gives this same enthusiasm in your behalf in the heart of Titus;
18But we sent with him the brother, whose praise in the gospel is through all the churches;
Cross References
2 Corinthians 8:8I speak not according to commandment, but through the zeal of others also proving the sincerity of your divine love.
Hebrews 13:22But I exhort you, brethren, to receive the word of consolation: for I have indeed written unto you briefly.
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 →