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2 Corinthians 11:8

Generosity

6 Although I am not a polished speaker, I am certainly not lacking in knowledge. We have made this clear to you in every way possible.

7 Was it a sin for me to humble myself in order to exalt you, because I preached the gospel of God to you free of charge?

I robbed other churches by accepting their support in order to serve you.

9 And when I was with you and in need, I was not a burden to anyone; for the brothers who came from Macedonia supplied my needs. I have refrained from being a burden to you in any way, and I will continue to do so.

10 As surely as the truth of Christ is in me, this boasting of mine will not be silenced in the regions of Achaia.

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Here the Bible tells a story about someone else. Ask yourself what it can say to us today. Do read the surrounding verses too, because the context often says more than a single verse.

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BSB
I robbed other churches by accepting their support in order to serve you.
KJV
I robbed other churches, taking wages of them, to do you service.
WEB
I robbed other assemblies, taking wages from them that I might serve you.
ASV
I robbed other churches, taking wages [of them] that I might minister unto you;
DARBY
I spoiled other assemblies, receiving hire for ministry towards you.
BLB
I robbed other churches, having received support for ministry to you⁺.
ÅB
Andre menigheter skattla jeg, idet jeg tok lønn av dem for å tjene dere, og da jeg var hos dere og kom i trang, falt jeg ikke noen til byrde;
OTB
Jeg tok støtte fra andre menigheter, aksepterte deres hjelp for å tjene dere;
B1930
Andre menigheter skattla jeg, idet jeg tok lønn av dem for å tjene eder, og da jeg var hos eder og kom i trang, falt jeg ikke nogen til byrde;

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Cross references

  • 2 Corinthians 11:9

    And when I was with you and in need, I was not a burden to anyone; for the brothers who came from Macedonia supplied my needs. I have refrained from being a burden to you in any way, and I will continue to do so.

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  • Philippians 4:14–16

    Nevertheless, you have done well to share in my affliction.

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  • Philippians 4:18

    I have all I need and more, now that I have received your gifts from Epaphroditus. They are a fragrant offering, an acceptable sacrifice, well-pleasing to God.

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