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Devotional: 2 Corinthians 8:16-24

Today’s passage: 2 Corinthians 8:16-24

Helpful thoughts:

  • After encouraging the church to give toward the needs of the church in Jerusalem, Paul lets them know who is coming to minister to them as a part of the collection of this gift.
    • The men going were Titus and two others (At least 3 total):
      • One of them was a great preacher of the gospel.
        • With all that is being discussed in this passage, the church needed gospel-centered ministry!
      • One of them had been tested and was earnest for the ministry.
    • The goal was to bring ministry to the church at Corinth (And others) while asking for help on behalf of the church in Jerusalem.  They were going out raising support.
    • The number of men traveling together also provided accountability and safety for the amount of money that would be traveling across the region back to Jerusalem.
    • Churches were working together to accomplish this ministry (Verse 19).
    • Individual local churches were to decide for themselves what they might give.
      • An example of the autonomy of local churches, while still cooperating in fellowship.

Questions to consider:

  1. In what ways does what we read in this passage remind you of missions/ministry support raising still today?  In what ways is this kind of giving still done?
  2. This passage certainly doesn’t forbid individual giving toward missions, churches or other ministries, but what are some special benefits of giving toward ministries together as a church (For the church and for the one(s) receiving the gift?
  3. In what ways can churches be strengthened when they work together?  What are the benefits of a fellowship of churches?

April 10, 2023 Category: 2 Corinthians, Devotions

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