2 Corinthians 8:3
For to their power, I bear record, yea, and beyond their power they were willing of themselves;
Context
This verse from 2 Corinthians Chapter 8 connects to 10 cross-references. The Macedonian churches gave beyond their means to the collection for Jerusalem — first giving themselves to the Lord. Paul encourages the Corinthians to complete the collection: you excel in everything, excel in this grace too. He gives the principle: …
Other Translations
For according to their power, I bear witness, yea and beyond their power, they gave of their own accord,
because, according to <FI>their<Fi> power, I testify, and above <FI>their<Fi> power, they were willing of themselves,
For I give them witness, that as they were able, and even more than they were able, they gave from the impulse of their hearts,
Cross References
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I know also, my God, that thou triest the heart, and hast pleasure in uprightness. As for me, in the …
Now therefore, our God, we thank thee, and praise thy glorious name.
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Then the chief of the fathers and princes of the tribes of Israel, and the captains of thousands and of …
The gold for things of gold, and the silver for things of silver, and for all manner of work to …
She hath done what she could: she is come aforehand to anoint my body to the burying.
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