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so that we might urge Titus that, as he had already made a beginning, so he should also complete this generous undertaking[a] among you. Now as you excel in everything—in faith, in speech, in knowledge, in utmost eagerness, and in our love for you[b]—so we want you to excel also in this generous undertaking.[c]

I do not say this as a command, but I am testing the genuineness of your love against the earnestness of others.

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  1. 2 Corinthians 8:6 Gk this grace
  2. 2 Corinthians 8:7 Other ancient authorities read your love for us
  3. 2 Corinthians 8:7 Gk this grace

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