2 Corinthians 8:20

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We did this as a precaution so that no one should blame us in regard to this generous gift we are administering.

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Referenced Verses

  • Matt 10:16 : 16 Persecution of Disciples“I am sending you out like sheep surrounded by wolves, so be wise as serpents and innocent as doves.
  • Rom 14:16 : 16 Therefore do not let what you consider good be spoken of as evil.
  • 1 Cor 16:3 : 3 Then, when I arrive, I will send those whom you approve with letters of explanation to carry your gift to Jerusalem.
  • 2 Cor 11:12 : 12 And what I am doing I will continue to do, so that I may eliminate any opportunity for those who want a chance to be regarded as our equals in the things they boast about.
  • Eph 5:15 : 15 Live Wisely Therefore consider carefully how you live– not as unwise but as wise,
  • 1 Thess 5:22 : 22 Stay away from every form of evil.

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