2 Corinthians 8:17

For he not only consented to my request, but being thoroughly in earnest, comes to you of his own accord.

Montgomery New Testament

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 inspired in the heart of Titus the same zeal on your behalf that I have.

18And I am sending with him that brother whose fame in the service of the gospel is spread through all the churches.

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Cross References

2 Corinthians 8:8I do not say this by way of command, but by the zeal of others I am trying to prove the reality of your love.

Hebrews 13:22But I entreat you, brothers, bear with my word of exhortation, for I have written to 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 →

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