2 Corinthians 8:10

And herein I give my advice,.... As Daniel did to Nebuchadnezzar, Dan 4:27. The apostle did not choose to make use of his apostolical authority, or give orders, as he sometimes did in such cases; he…

And herein I give my advice - Not undertaking to command them, or to prescribe how much they should give. Advice will go much further than commands on the subject of charities. For this is expedient…

Herein I give my advice - For I speak not by way of commandment, Co2 8:8.

For this is expedient for you - It is necessary you should do this to preserve a consistency of conduct; for ye began this…

In these verses the apostle uses several cogent arguments to stir up the Corinthians to this good work of charity.

I. He urges upon them the consideration of their eminence in other gifts and graces,…

And herein I give my advice See 2Co 8:8.

for this Either (1) -that I advise and not command," or (2) -this proof of your love."

expedient Rather, profitable. The word expedientin the A.V. is never, as…