20 We are taking precaution so that no one will [find anything with which to] discredit us in our administration of this generous gift. 3For I testify that according to their ability, and beyond their ability, they gave voluntarily, Chapter 1. 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. Recipients, Author and Time of Writing. 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. 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. The Bible doesn't have to be daunting! 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Chapter 4. 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). 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. 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). 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]-- 2 Corinthians 8:9. 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) … 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. 2 Corinthians 4:8-9 Amplified Bible (AMP). 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. The Amplified Bible 2 Corinthians 8. The Amplified Bible 2 Corinthians 9:7. Great Generosity. 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. Galatians. 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. Version. 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; 2for during an ordeal of severe distress, their abundant joy and their deep poverty [together] overflowed in the wealth of their lavish generosity. 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 9:9. 2 Corinthians 5 Amplified Bible (AMP) The Temporal and Eternal. 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 5. 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. Amplified Bible (AMP). Bible Gateway is here to help with these FREE lessons. 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. Chapter 6. 4begging us insistently for the privilege of participating in the service for [the support of] the saints [in Jerusalem]. 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. The Collection for the Lord’s People. 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. 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 8:1-24. 2 Corinthians 9:7. 2 Corinthians 9. 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. 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. 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. Chapter 12 . 15as it is written [in Scripture], “HE WHO gathered MUCH DID NOT HAVE TOO MUCH, AND HE WHO gathered LITTLE DID NOT LACK.”. 1 Corinthians 2 Amplified Bible (AMP) ... 1 Corinthians 2:1 One early ms reads mystery. 1. The Amplified Bible 2 Corinthians 9:8. 6So we urged Titus that, as he began it, he should also complete this gracious work among you as well. 2 Corinthians 8. 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 … 2 Corinthians 6-8 Amplified Bible (AMP) Their Ministry Commended. The identity of this man is unknown—perhaps it was Luke.