navigator.javaEnabled()==1?EXjv="y":EXjv="n"; 2 Corinthians 9 Chapter 8 In this and the following chapter Paul is exhorting and directing the Corinthians about a particular work of charity-to relieve the necessities of the poor saints at Jerusalem and in Judea, according to the good example of the churches in Macedonia, Rom. The other brother may have been one of those mentioned in Acts 20:1-5. Summary of passage: 2 Corinthians 8: Paul is now writing to the Corinthians about the Macedonian churches and their giving, saying they have given as much as they were able and then beyond that. "I don't say this as a command," he says. Paul's challenge to the Christian is, "With that tremendous example of generosity before you, how can you hold back?". (1-6) Enforces this by their gifts, and by the love and grace of Christ. Around A.D.55. Have A Bible Question? For, I bear witness, they gave according to their ability, yes, beyond their ability, quite spontaneously, begging us and strongly urging us to give them the privilege of sharing in this service designed for the help of God's dedicated people.
What verses illustrate or help you understand what dependent living on God looks like? 5. The good opinion others have of us, should be an argument with us to do well. He used to have a kind of a forum after the message, much as we have here on Sunday mornings, when people could ask him questions. I count it a great privilege to give in his name."
Click Here For Your Copy of The Bible Brief. The relationship was broken, at least temporarily, for several reasons—misunderstandings, slander against him, and his need to send them a stern letter warning them about their sinful behavior. Philippians 2:1-11). People & Places: So we are not going to talk about money, but we are going to talk about giving. The fact that he feels it necessary to prove himself (Ch.12) irritates him to the point that he calls himself a ‘fool’ for doing so. Perhaps this might be a good time to call your attention to the "Need Sheet" that is published every week here in the church bulletin.
How does Paul conclude this section (v. 15)? chapter 8. Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1–9. They pleaded to participate in the service to the saints (giving to the Jerusalem Christians). Think About It: While undergoing severe trials, afflictions, and extreme poverty, overflowing joy yielded rich generosity. Here also he continues in his endeavour to reach the hearts and feelings of the Corinthians.
God determines it all. We were so impressed by this that we have invited Titus, as in your case he began it, so to bring to its completion this act of generosity. From vv. See also Philippians 2:5-7; 4:19; and Ephesians 1:14, 18. 2 corinthians 8:1-24. the collection for the saints; the readiness of the macedonians a pattern to the corinthians; christ the highest pattern; each is to give willingly after his ability; titus and two others are the agents accredited to complete the collection. He was a big enough man to do the little things and the practical things supremely well. (Ch.10:18). He gave up the riches of glory in heaven, when He became a man and died on the cross, so that we might share His riches of glory in heaven (cf. #9 Needed: a ride on Mon., Wed., and Thurs., from Palo Alto to Valley Medical Center. I am spending four hours a day on busses. There was Aristarchus of Thessalonica. All the hosts of heaven bowed down in continuous worship of his name, and hundreds of thousands were ready to run at his bidding. _uacct = "UA-159744-1"; This has no cost implication to the purchaser. Above all, all offerings should be given with pure motives and an attitude of worship to God and service to the body of Christ. That news explained the Corinthians' repentance in response to Paul's letter of rebuke. We know we desperately need that. That is what these Macedonians did. Corinth; Jerusalem, Sound-Bites: They had been so blessed that they wanted to give, and give abundantly. This was the Mother Church but she was poor, and it was Paul's desire that all the Gentiles' Churches should remember and help that Church which was their mother in the faith. These two examples leave no question that giving is a grace which both the rich and the poor should manifest. Do not worry if it is not as much as you would like it to be, or even as much as you said it would be. (Ch.3:18)
It is my opinion that I give you in this matter. 2 Corinthians Summary: When word of this came to Paul, he determined to enlist the aid of all the Gentile churches for the relief of Jewish Christians. The apostle now turns to practical matters at Corinth and instructs these Corinthians on just what God expects of an awakened heart. He was with Paul on the last journey to Rome (Acts 28:2). 1. we do you to wit--we make known to you. It refers to His lovingkindness and favor given to you, which may include material provision but is not guaranteeing financial abundance. In fact, the pews you are sitting in were contributed by her. They not only gave "according to their means," they gave "beyond their means," he says. Melanie has written many Bible study guides (available on Bible.org and her website me... More, 3. Paul continues his discussion of the grace of giving. Who gave the Macedonians the ability to do that? Logos.ReferenceTagging.lbsLibronixLinkIcon = "dark"; See also 1 Corinthians 16:2. urchinTracker(); Executable Outlines, Copyright © Mark A. Copeland, 2009.
What is true if the “willingness is there” (v. 12)? Abundant spiritual joy enlarges men's hearts in the work and labour of love. So when the need exists, give what you can. In Matthew 6:32-33, Jesus told His followers to think differently regarding God’s provision. 8:16-24 Thanks be to God who has put into the heart of Titus the same earnestness for you as there is in mine. Home Page Note: The financial gift is for the impoverished Christians in Jerusalem and Judea. Far more often than not we find that it is measured to us with the same measure as we measure to others. Aristarchus in the fullest sense gave himself. You did not achieve that by your own smartness.
When you think about that, how wrong it seems to withhold our gifts from those who are in need around us. The book of 2 nd Corinthians is a Pauline Epistle (letter from Paul). For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ. Not only does he enjoy universal praise, but he has also been elected by the Churches to be our fellow-traveller in this act of charity which is being administered by us to promote the glory of God and to show your eagerness. Read 2 Corinthians 8:10-24. How should each person decide what to give (v. 7)? He supports that with this quotation from the book of Exodus (Exodus 16:18): "It is written, 'He who gathered much had nothing over, and he who gathered little had no lack.'" He does not lay a guilt trip on them. These Macedonians gave because their hearts were moved by the grace of God. When Paul was in prison in the later days, he came to him with a gift from Philippi, and there in prison he fell grievously ill. As Paul said of him, "he nearly died for the work of Christ" (Philippians 2:26-30).