2 Corinthians 8:8
Good News Translation
8 I am not laying down any rules. But by showing how eager others are to help, I am trying to find out how real your own love is.
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2 Corinthians 8:8
New Revised Standard Version Updated Edition
8 I do not say this as a command, but I am, by mentioning the eagerness of others, testing the genuineness of your love.(A)
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2 Corinthians 8:8
Complete Jewish Bible
8 I am not issuing an order; rather, I am testing the genuineness of your love against the diligence of others.
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2 Corinthians 8:8-9
The Message
8-9 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. 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.
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