2 Corinthians 8:3 net — For I testify, they gave according to their means and beyond their means. They did so voluntarily,

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"For I testify, they gave according to their means and beyond their means. They did so voluntarily,"

— 2 Corinthians 8:3, NET Bible

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2 Corinthians 8 — Context

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Completing the Collection for the Saints Now we make known to you, brothers and sisters, the grace of God given to the churches of Macedonia,

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that during a severe ordeal of suffering, their abundant joy and their extreme poverty have overflowed in the wealth of their generosity.

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For I testify, they gave according to their means and beyond their means. They did so voluntarily,

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begging us with great earnestness for the blessing and fellowship of helping the saints.

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

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Thus we urged Titus that, just as he had previously begun this work, so also he should complete this act of kindness for you.

2 Corinthians 8:3 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 2 Corinthians 8:3 say?
2 Corinthians 8:3 in the NET Bible reads: “For I testify, they gave according to their means and beyond their means. They did so voluntarily,”
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 (NET): “For I testify, they gave according to their means and beyond their means. They did so voluntarily,” 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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