For indeed he accepted the exhortation; but being more forward, of his own accord he went unto you.
I desired Titus, and with him I sent a brother. Did Titus make a gain of you? walked we not in the same spirit? walked we not in the same steps?
And herein I give my advice: for this is expedient for you, who have begun before, not only to do, but also to be forward a year ago.
Insomuch that we desired Titus, that as he had begun, so he would also finish in you the same grace also.
I speak not by commandment, but by occasion of the forwardness of others, and to prove the sincerity of your love.
And I beseech you, brethren, suffer the word of exhortation: for I have written a letter unto you in few words.