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For he indeed accepted our exhortation, but being himself very earnest, he went forth to you of his own accord.
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Service Fueled by Eagerness
Commentators unanimously highlight that Titus was not merely obedient to Paul's request; he was exceptionally eager. Scholars note he was 'more forward' and went 'of his own accord.' His enthusiasm to serve the Corinthian church actually exceeded Paul's urging, providing a model for Christian service that flows from genuine passion rather than just a sense of duty.
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2 Corinthians
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18th Century
Presbyterian
For indeed he accepted the exhortation. He cheerfully complied with the exhortation I gave him, namely, to visit you and encourage you in …
Very earnest (σπουδαιοτερος). "More earnest than ordinarily," comparative adjective.
19th Century
Anglican
For indeed he accepted the exhortation . . .—The words have a twofold purpose:—
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Baptist
For indeed he accepted the exhortation; but being more forward, of his own accord he went unto you. And we have sent with him the brother, whos…
Although Titus’s affection for the Corinthians naturally developed as a result of his positive interaction with them (7:13–15), Paul could trace Ti…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
For indeed, he accepted the exhortation The Macedonians besought the apostle with much entreaty to give unto him, ([…
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13th Century
Catholic
After addressing the collections to which they should contribute, the Apostle then discusses the ministers by whom these collections should be made…
