2 Corinthians 9:7

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - 2 Corinthians 9:6-15

The blessing of Christian giving (9:6-15)God takes notice of the way Christians give, and if they give generously he rewards them generously. People should decide thoughtfully the amount they should give, then give it joyfully (6-7). They need not fear poverty if they give much, because God is able to increase his supply to ensure that generous givers still have more than they need (8-10; cf. Proverbs 11:24). The threefold result of true giving is that the poor are helped, the givers are... read more

E.W. Bullinger

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - 2 Corinthians 9:7

Every man = Each one. purposeth . Greek. proaireomai. Only here. The texts read "bath purposed". grudgingly . Lit, of (Greek. ek. App-104 .) grief. of Greek. ek, as above. God . App-98 ., loveth . Greek. agapao. App-135 . cheerful . Greek. hilaris . Only here. The noun in Romans 12:8 . Compare Eng. "hilarity'. giver . Greek. dotes. Only here. Compare Proverbs 22:9 , where the Septuagint reads, "God blesseth a cheerful giver". Fig, Parcemia . read more

James Burton Coffman

Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - 2 Corinthians 9:7

Let each man do according as he hath purposed in his heart: not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver.The importance of consecrated Christian giving is so great, that the following studies with reference to it are included.WHY GIVE?GOD OWNS THE WORLD AND EVERYTHING IN IT. Underlying the entire structure of the word of God is a ledge-rock principle of divine ownership. God owns the earth, by right of creation; and when man was introduced, he appeared, not as an owner, but... read more

Robert Jamieson; A. R. Fausset; David Brown

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - 2 Corinthians 9:7

7. according as he purposeth in his heart—Let the full consent of the free will go with the gift [ALFORD]. Opposed to "of necessity," as "grudgingly" is opposed to "a cheerful giver" (Proverbs 22:9; Proverbs 11:25; Isaiah 32:8). read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 2 Corinthians 9:1-15

III. INSTRUCTIONS CONCERNING THE COLLECTION FOR THE POOR SAINTS IN JUDEA 8:1-9:15The New Testament reveals that Paul was actively collecting money for "the poor among the saints in Jerusalem" (Romans 15:26) for about five years (A.D. 52-57). He solicited funds from the Christians in Galatia (Acts 18:23; 1 Corinthians 16:1), Macedonia (Acts 19:22; 2 Corinthians 8:1-5; 2 Corinthians 9:2; 2 Corinthians 9:4), Achaia (Romans 15:26; 1 Corinthians 16:1-4; 2 Corinthians 8-9), and Asia Minor (Acts... read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 2 Corinthians 9:6-15

E. The benefits of generous giving 9:6-15Paul concluded his exhortation regarding the collection by reminding his readers of the benefits God inevitably bestows on those who give liberally. He did this so they would follow through with their purpose and believe that God would provide for the need that their sacrifice would create. read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - 2 Corinthians 9:7

The example of the harvest suggests that the farmer has the freedom to plant as much or as little as he chooses (cf. Acts 11:29; 1 Corinthians 16:2). We should give generously, freely, and deliberately. We should not give feeling that we hate to part with what we are giving. We should not give because we feel there is no alternative or because we think others will look down on us if we fail to give (cf. Acts 5:1-11). We should not give impulsively or thoughtlessly but with inward resolve. We... read more

John Darby

Darby's Synopsis of the New Testament - 2 Corinthians 9:7

9:7 grievingly, (c-11) Or 'not as grieving [to do it].' contrast with 'cheerful.' giver. (d-20) Proverbs 22:8 , LXX. read more

John Dummelow

John Dummelow's Commentary on the Bible - 2 Corinthians 9:1-15

(c) 9:1-15. Exhortations to Generous GivingThere is no need to write to you about the purpose and necessity of the collection, for your zeal in the matter is well known, and has been used by me as a stimulus to the Macedonians. I send our friends to you only to make sure that our boast of you has not been vain. Remember that the blessing you receive will be in proportion to your giving, and that much spiritual benefit will come both to you and to them by this interchange of sympathy.1. The... read more

Charles John Ellicott

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers - 2 Corinthians 9:7

(7) Every man according as he purposeth.—The verb, which does not occur elsewhere in the New Testament, is used in its full ethical significance as indicating, not a passing impulse nor a vague wish, but a deliberate resolve, deciding both on the end and on the means for its attainment (Aristotle, Eth. Nicom. iii., c. 2). Such, St. Paul teaches, should be the purpose of the giver—not the outcome of a spent emotion, or a promise half-regretted, but formed with a clear well-defined perception of... read more

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