2 CORINTHIANS 8:10 — KING JAMES VERSION 0
“And herein I give my advice: for this is expedient for you, who have begun before, not only to do, but also to be forward a year ago.”
And here is my advice about what is best for you in this matter — last year you were the first not only to give but also to have the desire to do so — Paul recalls their *initiative* and *proaireó*, deliberate choice, to give. Their impulse was virtuous; now Paul urges *completion*. The collection is not a new obligation but the fulfillment of a grace already begun in their hearts.
Church Fathers on 2 Corinthians 8:10
“And herein I give you my advice for your profit.” See how again he is careful to give no offense and softens down what he says, by these two things, by saying, “I give advice,” and, “for your profit.” 'For, neither do I compel and force you,' says he, 'or demand it from unwilling subjects; nor do I say these things with an eye so much to the receivers benefit as to yours.' Then the instance also which follows is drawn from themselves, and not from others. “Who were the…
Nicene & Post-Nicene / Ante-Nicene Fathers translations · public domain
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