2 Corinthians 8:3
“For to their power, I bear record, yea, and beyond their power they were willing of themselves;”
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Gill's ExpositionBaptist theologian, 1697–1771
For to their power, I bear record,.... They gave according to their ability, to the utmost of it, which is the most that…
Barnes' NotesPresbyterian pastor, 1798–1870
For to their power - To the utmost of their ability. I bear record - Paul had founded those churches and had spent much…
Adam ClarkeMethodist theologian, 1762–1832
For to their power, etc. - In their liberality they had no rule but their ability; they believed they were bound to…
Matthew HenryNonconformist minister, 1662–17142 Corinthians 8:1-6
Observe here,
I. The apostle takes occasion from the good example of the churches of Macedonia, that is, of Philippi,…
Cambridge BibleAcademic commentary, 1882–1921
willing of themselves] Willynge of their owne accorde, Tyndale. Literally, of their own choice, not excluding, however,…
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