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Generosity is God's Grace
Commentators unanimously highlight that Paul attributes the Macedonians' giving not to their own goodness, but to "the grace of God." A generous spirit is not a natural human trait but a divine gift. Scholars like Spurgeon and Henry note that viewing generosity this way gives glory to God and reminds believers that their ability to do good comes from Him.
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2 Corinthians
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Albert Barnes
On 2 Corinthians 8:1
18th Century
Theologian
Introduction to Second Corinthians Chapter 8
In the previous chapter, the apostle had expressed his entire confidence in the ready obedience…
AT Robertson
On 2 Corinthians 8:1
The grace (την χαριν). As manifested in the collection in the churches, poor as they were. The Romans had lacerated Macedonia (Liv…
Charles Ellicott
On 2 Corinthians 8:1
19th Century
Bishop
Moreover, brethren, we do you to wit . . .—Better, we declare, or make known to you. There is no adequa…
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Charles Spurgeon
On 2 Corinthians 8:1
19th Century
Preacher
Moreover, brethren, we do you to wit
Or, "we make known to you."
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On 2 Corinthians 8:1
Tactfully, Paul begins with an example, not a plea. Although they were facing a severe ordeal involving persecution (cf. [Reference 1 Thessalonians…
John Calvin
On 2 Corinthians 8:1
16th Century
Theologian
Since any lingering offense among the Corinthians, caused by the severity of the preceding Epistle, might hinder Paul's authority over them, he has…
John Gill
On 2 Corinthians 8:1
17th Century
Pastor
Moreover, brethren, we do you to wit of the grace of God , &c.] The apostle having said everything that was proper to con…
Matthew Henry
On 2 Corinthians 8:1–6
17th Century
Minister
The grace of God must be acknowledged as the root and fountain of all the good in us, or done by us, at any time. It is great grace and favor from …