2 Corinthians 8:5
And , not as we hoped, but first gave their own selves to the Lord, and unto us by the will of Elohim.
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3 For to power, I bear record, yes, and beyond power willing of themselves;
4 Praying us with much intreaty that we would receive the gift, and the fellowship of the ministering to the saints.
5 And , not as we hoped, but first gave their own selves to the Lord, and unto us by the will of Elohim.
6 Insomuch that we desired Titus, that as he had begun, so he would also finish in you the same grace also.
7 Therefore, as ye abound in every faith, and utterance, and knowledge, and all diligence, and your love to us, that ye abound in this grace also.