Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version For I testify that they gave as much as they were able, and even beyond their ability. Entirely on their own, New Living Translation For I can testify that they gave not only what they could afford, but far more. And they did it of their own free will. English Standard Version For they gave according to their means, as I can testify, and beyond their means, of their own accord, Berean Standard Bible For I testify that they gave according to their ability and even beyond it. Of their own accord, Berean Literal Bible For I testify that according to their ability and beyond their ability, they were willing of themselves, King James Bible For to their power, I bear record, yea, and beyond their power they were willing of themselves; New King James Version For I bear witness that according to their ability, yes, and beyond their ability, they were freely willing, New American Standard Bible For I testify that according to their ability, and beyond their ability, they gave voluntarily, NASB 1995 For I testify that according to their ability, and beyond their ability, they gave of their own accord, NASB 1977 For I testify that according to their ability, and beyond their ability they gave of their own accord, Legacy Standard Bible For I testify that according to their ability, and beyond their ability, they gave of their own accord, Amplified Bible For I testify that according to their ability, and beyond their ability, they gave voluntarily, Christian Standard Bible I can testify that, according to their ability and even beyond their ability, of their own accord, Holman Christian Standard Bible I testify that, on their own, according to their ability and beyond their ability, American Standard Version For according to their power, I bear witness, yea and beyond their power, they gave of their own accord, Contemporary English Version They gave as much as they could afford and even more, simply because they wanted to. English Revised Version For according to their power, I bear witness, yea and beyond their power, they gave of their own accord, GOD'S WORD® Translation I assure you that by their own free will they have given all they could, even more than they could afford. Good News Translation I can assure you that they gave as much as they could, and even more than they could. Of their own free will International Standard Version I can testify that by their own free will they have given to the utmost of their ability, yes, even beyond their ability. Majority Standard Bible For I testify that they gave according to their ability and even beyond it. Of their own accord, NET Bible For I testify, they gave according to their means and beyond their means. They did so voluntarily, New Heart English Bible For according to their power, I testify, yes and beyond their power, they gave of their own accord, Webster's Bible Translation For to their power, I bear testimony, and even beyond their power, they were willing of themselves; Weymouth New Testament For I can testify that to the utmost of their power, and even beyond their power, they have of their own free will given help. World English Bible For according to their power, I testify, yes and beyond their power, they gave of their own accord, Literal Translations Literal Standard Versionbecause, according to [their] power, I testify, and above [their] power, they were willing of themselves, Berean Literal Bible For I testify that according to their ability and beyond their ability, they were willing of themselves, Young's Literal Translation because, according to their power, I testify, and above their power, they were willing of themselves, Smith's Literal Translation For according to power, I testify, and above power chosen voluntarily; Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleFor according to their power ( I bear them witness), and beyond their power, they were willing. Catholic Public Domain Version And I bear witness to them, that they were willing to accept what was in accord with their ability, and even what was beyond their ability. New American Bible For according to their means, I can testify, and beyond their means, spontaneously, New Revised Standard Version For, as I can testify, they voluntarily gave according to their means, and even beyond their means, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleFor to their power, I can testify, yes, and beyond their power they have shared of their own accord. Aramaic Bible in Plain English For I testify that according to their power and more than their power in the willingness of their soul, NT Translations Anderson New Testamentfor I testify that according to their power, and beyond their power, they gave voluntarily, Godbey New Testament Because I witness, that according to their ability, and beyond their ability they were anxious, Haweis New Testament For unto their power, I bear them witness, and above their power, they were voluntarily ready to give: Mace New Testament (I bear them witness) yea, and beyond their power: Weymouth New Testament For I can testify that to the utmost of their power, and even beyond their power, they have of their own free will given help. Worrell New Testament For, according to their power, I bear witness, and beyond their power, they gave of their own accord; Worsley New Testament For to their power, I bear them witness, yea and beyond their power, they contributed of their own accord: Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Generosity Commended…2In the terrible ordeal they suffered, their abundant joy and deep poverty overflowed into rich generosity. 3For I testify that they gave according to their ability and even beyond it. Of their own accord, 4they earnestly pleaded with us for the privilege of sharing in this service to the saints.… Cross References Acts 11:29 So the disciples, each according to his ability, decided to send relief to the brothers living in Judea. Romans 15:26 For Macedonia and Achaia were pleased to make a contribution for the poor among the saints in Jerusalem. Philippians 4:15-18 And as you Philippians know, in the early days of the gospel, when I left Macedonia, no church but you partnered with me in the matter of giving and receiving. / For even while I was in Thessalonica, you provided for my needs again and again. / Not that I am seeking a gift, but I am looking for the fruit that may be credited to your account. ... 1 Thessalonians 2:8 We cared so deeply that we were delighted to share with you not only the gospel of God, but our own lives as well. That is how beloved you have become to us. 2 Corinthians 9:7 Each one should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not out of regret or compulsion. For God loves a cheerful giver. Galatians 6:10 Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to the family of faith. 1 John 3:17 If anyone with earthly possessions sees his brother in need, but withholds his compassion from him, how can the love of God abide in him? Luke 21:1-4 Then Jesus looked up and saw the rich putting their gifts into the treasury, / and He saw a poor widow put in two small copper coins. / “Truly I tell you,” He said, “this poor widow has put in more than all the others. ... Mark 12:41-44 As Jesus was sitting opposite the treasury, He watched the crowd putting money into it. And many rich people put in large amounts. / Then one poor widow came and put in two small copper coins, which amounted to a small fraction of a denarius. / Jesus called His disciples to Him and said, “Truly I tell you, this poor widow has put more than all the others into the treasury. ... Acts 2:44-45 All the believers were together and had everything in common. / Selling their possessions and goods, they shared with anyone who was in need. Acts 4:32-35 The multitude of believers was one in heart and soul. No one claimed that any of his possessions was his own, but they shared everything they owned. / With great power the apostles continued to give their testimony about the resurrection of the Lord Jesus. And abundant grace was upon them all. / There were no needy ones among them, because those who owned lands or houses would sell their property, bring the proceeds from the sales, ... Romans 12:13 Share with the saints who are in need. Practice hospitality. Hebrews 13:16 And do not neglect to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased. Matthew 6:3-4 But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, / so that your giving may be in secret. And your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you. Proverbs 3:9-10 Honor the LORD with your wealth and with the firstfruits of all your crops; / then your barns will be filled with plenty, and your vats will overflow with new wine. Treasury of Scripture For to their power, I bear record, yes, and beyond their power they were willing of themselves; to. 2 Corinthians 9:6,7 But this I say, He which soweth sparingly shall reap also sparingly; and he which soweth bountifully shall reap also bountifully… Mark 14:8 She hath done what she could: she is come aforehand to anoint my body to the burying. Acts 11:29 Then the disciples, every man according to his ability, determined to send relief unto the brethren which dwelt in Judaea: I bear. Romans 10:2 For I bear them record that they have a zeal of God, but not according to knowledge. Galatians 4:15 Where is then the blessedness ye spake of? for I bear you record, that, if it had been possible, ye would have plucked out your own eyes, and have given them to me. Colossians 4:13 For I bear him record, that he hath a great zeal for you, and them that are in Laodicea, and them in Hierapolis. beyond. 2 Corinthians 8:12,16,17 For if there be first a willing mind, it is accepted according to that a man hath, and not according to that he hath not… Exodus 35:5,21,22,29 Take ye from among you an offering unto the LORD: whosoever is of a willing heart, let him bring it, an offering of the LORD; gold, and silver, and brass, … 1 Chronicles 29:5,6,9,13-17 The gold for things of gold, and the silver for things of silver, and for all manner of work to be made by the hands of artificers. And who then is willing to consecrate his service this day unto the LORD? … Jump to Previous Ability Able Accord Bear Free Help Impulse Means Power Record Testify Testimony Themselves Utmost Willing WitnessJump to Next Ability Able Accord Bear Free Help Impulse Means Power Record Testify Testimony Themselves Utmost Willing Witness2 Corinthians 8 1. He stirs them to a generous gift for the poor saints at Jerusalem, by the example of the Macedonians;7. by commendation of their former forwardness; 9. by the example of Christ; 14. and by the spiritual profit that shall redound to themselves thereby; 16. commending to them the integrity and willingness of Titus, and those other brothers. For I testify The Apostle Paul begins with a personal affirmation, "For I testify," which underscores the sincerity and truthfulness of his statement. The Greek word for "testify" is "μαρτυρέω" (martureō), which means to bear witness or to give evidence. Paul is not merely sharing an opinion; he is providing a solemn witness to the actions of the Macedonian churches. This phrase sets the tone for the authenticity and reliability of the account that follows, emphasizing the importance of truthfulness in Christian testimony. that they gave according to their ability and even beyond it Of their own accord Parallel Commentaries ... Greek Forὅτι (hoti) Conjunction Strong's 3754: Neuter of hostis as conjunction; demonstrative, that; causative, because. I testify [that] μαρτυρῶ (martyrō) Verb - Present Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular Strong's 3140: To witness, bear witness, give evidence, testify, give a good report. From martus; to be a witness, i.e. Testify. [they gave] according to κατὰ (kata) Preposition Strong's 2596: A primary particle; down, in varied relations (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined). [their] ability δύναμιν (dynamin) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 1411: From dunamai; force; specially, miraculous power. and even καὶ (kai) Conjunction Strong's 2532: And, even, also, namely. beyond παρὰ (para) Preposition Strong's 3844: Gen: from; dat: beside, in the presence of; acc: alongside of. [it]. δύναμιν (dynamin) Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular Strong's 1411: From dunamai; force; specially, miraculous power. Of their own accord, αὐθαίρετοι (authairetoi) Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural Strong's 830: Of one's own accord, self-chosen. From autos and the same as hairetizo; self-chosen, i.e. voluntary. Links 2 Corinthians 8:3 NIV2 Corinthians 8:3 NLT 2 Corinthians 8:3 ESV 2 Corinthians 8:3 NASB 2 Corinthians 8:3 KJV 2 Corinthians 8:3 BibleApps.com 2 Corinthians 8:3 Biblia Paralela 2 Corinthians 8:3 Chinese Bible 2 Corinthians 8:3 French Bible 2 Corinthians 8:3 Catholic Bible NT Letters: 2 Corinthians 8:3 For according to their power I testify (2 Cor. 2C iiC 2Cor ii cor iicor) |
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