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5801 Matthew Henry's Complete Bible Commentary, p. 1078.38 (Matthew Henry)
In this verse we have the improvement of the whole argument, in an exhortation, enforced by a motive resulting plainly from it.
5802 Matthew Henry's Complete Bible Commentary, p. 1079.3 (Matthew Henry)
… the argument), surely would not suffer themselves to come behind any in their bounty to their afflicted brethren. Note, The good examples of other Christians …
5803 Matthew Henry's Complete Bible Commentary, p. 1079.6 (Matthew Henry)
… what argument more proper to excite us to charity to the people and children of God than to consider all we have as his gift, as coming from him? Note, When God …
5804 Matthew Henry's Complete Bible Commentary, p. 1081.3 (Matthew Henry)
… weighty arguments to persuade them to do thus, as, (1.) The case of the penitent called for this; for he was in danger of being swallowed up with over-much sorrow …
5805 Matthew Henry's Complete Bible Commentary, p. 1084.2 (Matthew Henry)
The apostle in these verses pursues the argument of the former chapter, concerning the grounds of their courage and patience under afflictions. And,
5806 Matthew Henry's Complete Bible Commentary, p. 1084.9 (Matthew Henry)
… an argument in their mouths wherewith to answer his accusers, who made vain boastings, and gloried in appearances only; that he might give them an occasion …
5807 Matthew Henry's Complete Bible Commentary, p. 1085.1 (Matthew Henry)
… several arguments and methods he used, 2 Corinthians 6:1-6:10. Then he addresses himself particularly to the Corinthians, giving them good cautions with great …
5808 Matthew Henry's Complete Bible Commentary, p. 1085.2 (Matthew Henry)
In these verses we have an account of the apostle’s general errand and exhortation to all to whom he preached in every place where he came, with the several arguments and methods he used. Observe,
5809 Matthew Henry's Complete Bible Commentary, p. 1085.3 (Matthew Henry)
… and arguments, in order to prevail with sinners and overcome their natural unwillingness to be reconciled to God and to be happy for ever.
5810 Matthew Henry's Complete Bible Commentary, p. 1085.4 (Matthew Henry)
II. The arguments and method which the apostle used. And here he tells them,
5811 Matthew Henry's Complete Bible Commentary, p. 1086.3 (Matthew Henry)
… strong arguments, even the consideration of those exceedingly great and precious promises which were mentioned in the former chapter, and which the Corinthians …
5812 Matthew Henry's Complete Bible Commentary, p. 1087.1 (Matthew Henry)
… cogent arguments ( 2 Corinthians 8:7-8:15 ), and commends the persons who were employed in this affair, 2 Corinthians 8:16-8:24 .
5813 Matthew Henry's Complete Bible Commentary, p. 1087.5 (Matthew Henry)
… many arguments that they prayed him with much entreaty to receive the gift, 2 Corinthians 8:4. It seems Paul was backward to undertake this trust, for he would …
5814 Matthew Henry's Complete Bible Commentary, p. 1087.7 (Matthew Henry)
In these verses the apostle uses several cogent arguments to stir up the Corinthians to this good work of charity.
5815 Matthew Henry's Complete Bible Commentary, p. 1087.8 (Matthew Henry)
… another argument he takes care to prevent any misapprehensions of his design to impose on them, or to bind heavy burdens upon them by his authority; and tells …
5816 Matthew Henry's Complete Bible Commentary, p. 1087.9 (Matthew Henry)
… . Another argument is taken from the consideration of the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ. The best arguments for Christian duties are those that are taken …
5817 Matthew Henry's Complete Bible Commentary, p. 1087.10 (Matthew Henry)
… . Another argument is taken from their good purposes, and their forwardness to begin this good work. As to this he tells them, 1. It was expedient for them to perform …
5818 Matthew Henry's Complete Bible Commentary, p. 1087.11 (Matthew Henry)
… . Another argument is taken from the discrimination which the divine Providence makes in the distribution of the things of this world, and the mutability …
5819 Matthew Henry's Complete Bible Commentary, p. 1087.16 (Matthew Henry)
… an argument with us to do well.
5820 Matthew Henry's Complete Bible Commentary, p. 1088.3 (Matthew Henry)
… further arguments to afford relief to their poor brethren ( 2 Corinthians 9:1 ), being satisfied he had said enough already to prevail with those of whom he had …