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Giving as Proof of Faith
Scholars unanimously highlight that the Corinthians' financial gift was seen as a 'proof' or 'test' of their faith. Their generosity was tangible evidence that their verbal confession of Christ was genuine. This act demonstrated a true 'subjection to the gospel,' proving that their faith was more than just words.
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2 Corinthians
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Albert Barnes
On 2 Corinthians 9:13
18th Century
Theologian
While by the experiment, etc. Or rather, by the experience of this ministry; the proof (dokimhv), the evidence here prov…
AT Robertson
On 2 Corinthians 9:13
Seeing that they glorify God (δοξαζοντες τον θεον). Anacoluthon again. The nominative participle used independently like πλουτιζομ…
Charles Ellicott
On 2 Corinthians 9:13
19th Century
Bishop
Whiles by the experiment of this ministration they glorify God.—The construction of the Greek sentence is again that of a…
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On 2 Corinthians 9:13
The believers at Corinth are now reminded of the encouraging results that will stem from their generous gift. Not only does “this service” of givin…
John Calvin
On 2 Corinthians 9:13
16th Century
Theologian
By the experiment of that administration The term experiment here, as in a variety of other places, means proof or t…
John Gill
On 2 Corinthians 9:13
17th Century
Pastor
Whiles by the experiment of this ministration
That is, the poor saints at Jerusalem having a specimen, a proof, an e…
Matthew Henry
On 2 Corinthians 9:6–15
17th Century
Minister
Money given in charity may seem to the carnal mind to be thrown away, but when given from proper principles, it is seed sown, from which a valuable…