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2 Corinthians 8 and 9: A Commentary on Two Administrative Letters of the Apostle Paul is unavailable, but you can change that!

This pointed commentary provides in-depth analysis on chapters 8 and 9 of 2 Corinthians. This resource investigates how these two chapters of 2 Corinthians can be related to other epistles in terms of their literary form, internal composition, argumentative rhetoric, and function.

In conclusion, the right kind of giver, from whom a gift of blessing can be expected, is the one who gives with a cheerful heart. His or her opposite is the person who may or may not give, depending on internal or external pressures. ■ 9:8*: The Second Proof The second proof is already announced in the concluding words of v 7*: “God loves” (ἀγαπᾷ ὁ θεός). What does God’s love have to do with the gift of blessing? In answer to this question, we must first of all pay attention to the presuppositions
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