Daily Devotions
2 Corinthians
"See that you abound in this grace also."
Text: 2 Corinthians 8:7
CULTIVATING THE GRACE OF GIVING
Paul was deeply impressed by the spirit of faith and generosity of the Macedonian Churches. He wanted Titus to teach the Corinthian Church to emulate the example of the Macedonian believers.
“So we urged Titus, that as he had begun,
so he would also complete this grace in you as well.
But as you abound in everything- in faith, in speech,
in knowledge, in all diligence, and in your love for us-
see that you abound in this grace also.”
2 Corinthians 8:6-7
1. The ministry of Titus
a) He was a co-labourer of Paul.
b) He went to minister in Corinth when Paul was called elsewhere to serve.
c) His ministry obviously involved:
i) Preaching
ii) Teaching
iii) Mentoring
d) A special challenge was given.
Titus must seek to teach the Corinthian church to emulate the Macedonian believers.
2. Praise of the Corinthian Church
Paul listed a number of features that stood out:
a) Faith
b) Speech
c) Knowledge
d) Diligence
e) Love
These were qualities that were praised! The church was commended for having cultivated these virtues.