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Behold, this is the third time I am ready to come to you, and I will not be a burden to you; for I seek not your possessions, but you. For the children ought not to save up for the parents, but the parents for the children.
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I Seek Not Yours, But You
Commentators unanimously highlight this phrase as the motto of every true spiritual leader. Paul's primary desire was not for the Corinthians' money or resources ('yours'), but for their spiritual well-being and their hearts being devoted to Christ ('you'). This principle challenges all believers to examine their motives in service, ensuring the focus is on people, not personal gain.
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2 Corinthians
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18th Century
Presbyterian
Behold, the third time I am ready to come to you. That is, this is the third time that I have planned to come and see you, and have prepar…
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19th Century
Anglican
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16th Century
Protestant
Behold, this third time He commends his own deed, for which he had received a very poor return from the Corinthians. For he says that he r…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
Behold, the third time I am ready to come to you Not that he had been twice at Corinth, and was now about to come a …
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13th Century
Catholic
Here, the Apostle shows that he is worthy of commendation for the good things he intends to do. He does three things:
