2 Corinthians 8:3 nasb — For I testify that according to their ability, and beyond their ability, they gave of their own accord,

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"For I testify that according to their ability, and beyond their ability, they gave of their own accord,"

— 2 Corinthians 8:3, NASB

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2 Corinthians 8 — Context

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Now, brethren, we wish to make known to you the grace of God which has been given in the churches of Macedonia,

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that in a great ordeal of affliction their abundance of joy and their deep poverty overflowed in the wealth of their liberality.

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For I testify that according to their ability, and beyond their ability, they gave of their own accord,

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begging us with much urging for the favor of participation in the support of the saints,

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and this, not as we had expected, but they first gave themselves to the Lord and to us by the will of God.

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So we urged Titus that as he had previously made a beginning, so he would also complete in you this gracious work as well.

2 Corinthians 8:3 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Corinthians 8:3 say?
2 Corinthians 8:3 in the NASB reads: “For I testify that according to their ability, and beyond their ability, they gave of their own accord,”
Where is 2 Corinthians 8:3 in the Bible?
2 Corinthians 8:3 is found in the New Testament, in the book of 2 Corinthians, chapter 8, verse 3.
Who wrote 2 Corinthians?
2 Corinthians is traditionally attributed to Paul the Apostle. It was written c. AD 55–56.
What is the book of 2 Corinthians about?
Paul's most personal letter — a defense of his ministry against "false apostles" and a window into the suffering, comfort, weakness, and strength of a true servant of Christ. It contains some of the New Testament's most striking words on generosity, reconciliation, and the new creation.
What are the major themes of 2 Corinthians?
2 Corinthians explores themes including Ministry, Suffering, Comfort, Reconciliation, Generosity, New Creation. These themes shape the meaning and context of 2 Corinthians 8:3.
What translation should I read 2 Corinthians 8:3 in?
2 Corinthians 8:3 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize 2 Corinthians 8:3?
2 Corinthians 8:3 reads (NASB): “For I testify that according to their ability, and beyond their ability, they gave of their own accord,” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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