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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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Albert Barnes
On 2 Corinthians 8:17
18th Century
Theologian
For indeed he accepted the exhortation. He cheerfully complied with the exhortation I gave him, namely, to visit you and encourage you in …
AT Robertson
On 2 Corinthians 8:17
Very earnest (σπουδαιοτερος). "More earnest than ordinarily," comparative adjective.
Charles Ellicott
On 2 Corinthians 8:17
19th Century
Bishop
For indeed he accepted the exhortation . . .—The words have a twofold purpose:—
- To show that Titus was authorized by …
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Charles Spurgeon
On 2 Corinthians 8:17–18
19th Century
Preacher
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…
Expositor's Bible Commentary
On 2 Corinthians 8:17
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…
John Gill
On 2 Corinthians 8:17
17th Century
Pastor
For indeed, he accepted the exhortation
The Macedonians besought the apostle with much entreaty to give unto him, ([…
Matthew Henry
On 2 Corinthians 8:16–24
17th Century
Minister
The apostle commends the brothers sent to collect their charitable offering, so that it might be known who they were and how safely they could be t…