2 Corinthians 9:5

Twentieth Century New Testament 1904

Therefore I think it necessary to urge the Brothers to go to you in advance, and to complete the arrangements for the gift, which you have already promised, so that it may be ready, as a gift, before I come, and not look as if it were being given under pressure.

Cross References

1 Corinthians 16:2

On the first day of every week each of you should put by what he can afford, so that no collections need be made after I have come.

2 Corinthians 8:6

And this led us to urge upon Titus that, as he had started the work for you, he should also see to the completion of this expression of your love.

2 Corinthians 9:3

So my reason for sending our Brothers is to prevent what we said about you from proving, in this particular matter, an empty boast, and to enable you to be as well prepared as I have been saying that you are.

2 Corinthians 9:6

Remember the saying--'Scanty sowing, scanty harvest; plentiful sowing, plentiful harvest.'

Philippians 4:17

It is not that I am anxious for your gifts, but I am anxious to see the abundant return that will be placed to your account. I have enough of everything, and to spare.