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A Practical Follow-Up
Commentators agree that Paul sent the delegation not because he doubted the Corinthians' willingness, but as a practical measure to help them finalize their collection. This 'helpful nudge' was to ensure their good intentions translated into a completed gift, preventing any last-minute issues and confirming they were truly prepared.
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2 Corinthians
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Albert Barnes
On 2 Corinthians 9:3
18th Century
Theologian
Yet have I sent the brethren. The brethren referred to in 2 Corinthians 8:18, 22, 23.
Lest our boasting of you…
AT Robertson
On 2 Corinthians 9:3
I sent (επεμψα). Not literary plural with this epistolary aorist as in 18,22.
That ye may be prepared (ινα…
Charles Ellicott
On 2 Corinthians 9:3
19th Century
Bishop
Yet have I sent the brethren . . .—This, then, was his purpose in the new mission. He wanted the performance not …
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On 2 Corinthians 9:3
Although Paul knew that the Corinthians were so eager to help that further written reminders about the collection were superfluous (vv.1–2), he was…
John Calvin
On 2 Corinthians 9:3
16th Century
Theologian
But I have sent the brethren. He now presents the reason why, even though he holds a favorable opinion of their willingness, he neverthele…
John Gill
On 2 Corinthians 9:3
17th Century
Pastor
Yet have I sent the brethren
Titus, and the other two mentioned in the foregoing chapter: one manuscript reads, "we …
Matthew Henry
On 2 Corinthians 9:1–5
17th Century
Minister
When we want others to do good, we must act toward them prudently and tenderly, and give them time. Christians should consider what brings honor to…