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So then, as we have opportunity, let us work that which is good toward all men, and especially toward those who are of the household of the faith.
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Seize the Opportunity
Commentators emphasize that the "opportunity" to do good is not a matter of convenience but a specific, fleeting moment provided by God. Like a farmer who must sow at the proper time, Christians are called to actively use every chance to do good, as this present life is our "seedtime" for eternity. This is a call to proactive, not passive, benevolence.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men. This is the true rule about doing good. "The opportunity to do good," says …
As we have opportunity (ως καιρον εχωμεν). Indefinite comparative clause (present subjunctive without αν). "As we have occasion at…
19th Century
Anglican
As we have therefore opportunity.—“Therefore” is emphatic and should come first. It introduces a summary conclusion from the prece…
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Baptist
As we have therefore opportunity, let us do good unto all men, especially unto them who are of the household of faith.
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Finally, Paul speaks broadly about the obligation to do good to all people, returning again primarily to the thought of giving money. But suppose a…
16th Century
Protestant
While we have opportunity. The metaphor is still pursued. Not every season is suitable for tilling and sowing. Active and prudent farmers …
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
As we have therefore opportunity Or "ability", so the phrase is sometimes used F26 ; as occasion requires…
Many excuse themselves from the work of religion, though they may make a show and profess it. They may deceive others, yet they deceive themselves …
13th Century
Catholic
After showing how those who are greater should act toward those below them, and how equals should act toward equals, the Apostle now shows how thos…
