May 28, 2010 Lesson 9 of 2 Corinthians 8:16-9:15

Today’s portion falls into tow parts. First, in 8:16-24, Paul explains why he is sending Titus and two others to Corinth, and gives them his warm commendation. Second, in chapter 9, he shows the blessings of cheerful and generous giving.


What can we learn from Paul’s example of the duty of giving praise where praise is due? What picture do you have of the personalities of the Christian workers he describes? Answer: The only thing I am seeing is Titus and the two brothers are believers and they are highly respected by the church. I do see continuing into 9:5 and putting it all together that Paul praises the brothers and then reminds the Corinthians about the gift and Paul requesting it from them.


What lessons do we learn here about handling money? What kinds of giving does God value? What reward does he give? Answer: We learn that when we give generously God will give to us generously so that we may give more generously. God want giving from the heart not obligation.


Note: 9:15. ‘His indescribable gift’: i.e. the gift of Christ, so great as to be beyond description, the spring and pattern of our giving.