2 Corinthians 8:8

8 I'm not trying to order you around against your will. But by bringing in the Macedonians' enthusiasm as a stimulus to your love, I am hoping to bring the best out of you.

2 Corinthians 8:8 In-Context

6 That's what prompted us to ask Titus to bring the relief offering to your attention, so that what was so well begun could be finished up.
7 You do so well in so many things - you trust God, you're articulate, you're insightful, you're passionate, you love us - now, do your best in this, too.
8 I'm not trying to order you around against your will. But by bringing in the Macedonians' enthusiasm as a stimulus to your love, I am hoping to bring the best out of you.
9 You are familiar with the generosity of our Master, Jesus Christ. Rich as he was, he gave it all away for us - in one stroke he became poor and we became rich.
10 So here's what I think: The best thing you can do right now is to finish what you started last year and not let those good intentions grow stale.
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