2 Corinthians 8:7

God's Word

Indeed, the more your faith, your ability to speak, your knowledge, your dedication, and your love for us increase, the more we want you to participate in this work of God’s kindness.

Cross References

Matthew 25:22

“The one who received four thousand dollars came and said, ‘Sir, you gave me four thousand dollars. I’ve doubled the amount.’

Romans 15:14

I’m convinced, brothers and sisters, that you, too, are filled with goodness. I’m also convinced that you have all the knowledge you need and that you are able to instruct each other.

1 Corinthians 1:5

Through Christ Jesus you have become rich in every way—in speech and knowledge of every kind.

1 Corinthians 12:13

By one Spirit we were all baptized into one body. Whether we are Jewish or Greek, slave or free, God gave all of us one Spirit to drink.

1 Corinthians 12:8

The Spirit gives one person the ability to speak with wisdom. The same Spirit gives another person the ability to speak with knowledge.

1 Corinthians 13:2

I may have the gift to speak what God has revealed, and I may understand all mysteries and have all knowledge. I may even have enough faith to move mountains. But if I don’t have love, I am nothing.

1 Corinthians 13:8

Love never comes to an end. There is the gift of speaking what God has revealed, but it will no longer be used. There is the gift of speaking in other languages, but it will stop by itself. There is the gift of knowledge, but it will no longer be used.

1 Corinthians 14:12

In the same way, since you’re eager to have spiritual gifts, try to excel in them so that you help the church grow.

1 Corinthians 4:7

Who says that you are any better than other people? What do you have that wasn’t given to you? If you were given what you have, why are you bragging as if it weren’t a gift?

2 Corinthians 7:7

We were comforted not only by his arrival but also by learning about the comfort he had received while he was with you. He told us how you wanted to see me, how sorry you are for what you’ve done, and how concerned you are about me. This made me even happier.

2 Corinthians 8:6

This led us to urge Titus to finish his work of God’s kindness among you in the same way as he had already started it.

2 Corinthians 9:14

With deep affection they will pray for you because of the extreme kindness that God has shown you.

2 Corinthians 9:8

Besides, God will give you his constantly overflowing kindness. Then, when you always have everything you need, you can do more and more good things.

Ephesians 4:29

Don’t say anything that would hurt ⌞another person⌟. Instead, speak only what is good so that you can give help wherever it is needed. That way, what you say will help those who hear you.

Philippians 1:11

Jesus Christ will fill your lives with everything that God’s approval produces. Your lives will then bring glory and praise to God.

Philippians 1:9

I pray that your love will keep on growing because of your knowledge and insight.

2 Thessalonians 1:3

We always have to thank God for you, brothers and sisters. It’s right to do this because your faith is showing remarkable growth and your love for each other is increasing.

2 Timothy 2:1

My child, find your source of strength in the kindness  of Christ Jesus.

Hebrews 12:28

Therefore, we must be thankful that we have a kingdom that cannot be shaken. Because we are thankful, we must serve God with fear and awe in a way that pleases him.

1 Peter 1:22

Love each other with a warm love that comes from the heart. After all, you have purified yourselves by obeying the truth. As a result you have a sincere love for each other.

2 Peter 3:18

But grow in the good will  and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Glory belongs to him now and for that eternal day! Amen.

Revelation 3:17

You say, ‘I’m rich. I’m wealthy. I don’t need anything.’ Yet, you do not realize that you are miserable, pitiful, poor, blind, and naked.