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2 Co.8-9 – General Context

In 2 Corinthians 8-9, Paul emphasizes the importance of generosity among churches, particularly in aiding the impoverished saints in Jerusalem. He highlights the exemplary giving of the Macedonian churches and urges the Corinthians to contribute willingly and cheerfully. This passage also addresses misconceptions about fundraising methods, promoting a spirit of grace and equality in giving. Paul defends his integrity, encourages support for fellow believers, and illustrates that true giving stems from love and gratitude. Key lessons on divine enablement in generosity are also discussed.

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2 Co.8-9 – General Context

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  1. 2 Co.8-9 – General Context • Paul collected funds from Gentiles churches in Galatia, Achaia, Mace-donia, and possibly Asia • Sent to poor saints in Jerusalem • Ro.15:26-31 • 1 Co.16:1-4 • 2 Co.8-9 • Ac.20:4; 24:17 2 Corinthians 1-7, friends 8-9, finances 10-13, foes

  2. 2 Co.8-9 – Sections • Example of Macedonian churches, 8:1-6 • Exhortation to Corinthians, 8:7-15 • Eluding charges of dishonesty, 8:16-24 • Escaping dishonor, 9:1-5 • Empowering the cheerful giver, 9:6-10 • Exalting God in giving, 9:1-15

  3. 2 Co.8-9 – Methods of raising money Giving: “I hate to” “I ought to” “I want to” • Negative – • Threats • Sensationalism • Warnings of disaster • Positive – • Giving as prospered, 1 Co.16:1-4 • Concern for poor brothers, 2 Co.8-9 • Example of faithful brothers, 8:1-5 • Example of Jesus, 8:9 • Encouragement of brothers, 8:16-24

  4. “Grace” in 2 Co.8-9 • Divine enablement, favor, 8:1, 9; 9:8,14, 15 • Human privilege; a favor, 8:4 • Monetary gift; “act of grace” (ESV), the offering itself, 8:4, 6, 7, 19 (1 Co.16:3) • Spiritual endowment, gracious act of giving, 8:7 (Ro.12:8) • Divine favor, goodwill, 8:9 • Word of gratitude, thanks given for the gift, 8:16; 9:15

  5. The Corinthians “had it all” (8:7) • Faith – spir. gift? 1 Co.12:9; 13:2 • Speech – spir. gift? • Knowledge – spir. gift? 1 Co.12:8; 13:2 • Diligence – eagerness, earnestness • Love – active goodwill for others • This grace also (?) – time will tell Wisdom? 1 Co.12:8 Knowledge?1 Co.12:8 Prophecy? 1 Co.12:10; 13:2 Tongues? 1 Co.12:10; 13:2

  6. “Equality” 2 Co.8:14 • Not socialism (equality of basic needs, not supply) Ex.16:16-18 • Three possibilities – an equality . . . a. of contributing churches in giving (a burden equally shared) b. between givers & receivers (each helps other in need) c. in exchange of spiritual & physical sharing, Ro.15:26-27

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