26For it hath pleased them of Macedonia and Achaia to make a certain contribution for the poor saints which are at Jerusalem.
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Moreover, brethren, we do you to wit of the grace of God bestowed on the churches of Macedonia; …
And in these days came prophets from Jerusalem unto Antioch. …
For I know the forwardness of your mind, for which I boast of you to them of Macedonia, that Achaia was ready a year ago; and your zeal hath provoked very many.
For the administration of this service not only supplieth the want of the saints, but is abundant also by many thanksgivings unto God;
Hearken, my beloved brethren, Hath not God chosen the poor of this world rich in faith, and heirs of the kingdom which he hath promised to them that love him? …
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Matthew Henry’s Complete Commentary on the Bible (1710)
(vv. 22-29)St. Paul here declares his purpose to come and see the Christians at Rome. Upon this head his matter is but common and ordinary, appointing a visit to his friends; but the manner of his expression is gracious and savoury, very instructive, and for our imitation. We should learn by it to speak of our common affairs in the language of Canaan. Even our common discourse should have an air of grace; by…
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