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But by an equality, [that] now at this time your abundance [may be a supply] for their want, that their abundance also may be [a supply] for your want: that there may be equality:
2 Corinthians 8:14 — KJV
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2 Corinthians 8:14
King James Version (KJV)
“In our prayers we talk to God, in our Bible study God talks to us, and we had better let God do most of the talking.”
— D.L. Moody
2 Corinthians 8:14
Verse 14 of 24
Commentary
Commentary on 2 Corinthians 8:14
Theological / DevotionalAn equality. Paul does not here refer to an equality of property or goods, but to a proportionate equality of effort. In their present state of material prosperity the Corinthians were able to do much more than the Macedonians in their state of want (see on verses 1-5).
Your want. There might come a time when the Corinthians would be in want and others would have to bear a larger share of the burden. The Scriptures recognize the right of private property and the right that all contributions shall be voluntary, but it also condemns the selfish and heartless neglect of the poor and needy. If one Christian gives a large sum, this does not relieve others from the obligation to contribute what they can. Those who have less of this earth’s goods are not to excuse themselves from doing their proportionate part to assist others (cf. Ephesians 4:28; 2 Thessalonians 3:12).
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