Pentecost Season · Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time · Year B
2 Corinthians 8:7, 9, 13-15
The Grace of Giving
June 27, 2027
Overview & Insights
"For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sake he became poor." (2 Corinthians 8:9)
Paul urges the Corinthians to complete their collection for the poor believers in Jerusalem, grounding generosity in Christ's self-giving and in a fair balance among the churches.
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Commentary
Commentary on 2 Corinthians 8:7-15 Working Preacher
Luther Seminary exegesis of the collection for Jerusalem and the grace of generous giving.
2 Corinthians 8:7-15 Commentary Center for Excellence in Preaching
Reformed, sermon shaped commentary hearing Christ's self-emptying as the pattern for generosity.
2 Corinthians 8: Giving and Generosity Enduring Word · David Guzik
David Guzik's verse by verse evangelical commentary on the chapter.
2 Corinthians 8 Commentary Precept Austin
A deep gathering of word studies and cross references verse by verse through 2 Corinthians 8.
2 Corinthians 8:7 Commentaries BibleHub
Aggregates classic commentaries on the appeal for generous giving in one place.
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