Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Summary
Because it is a trial, and what if the sword contemn even the rod? it shall be no more, saith the Lord GOD.
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Bible References
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2 Corinthians 8:2
who tho' labouring under great trial of affliction, and extreme poverty, have notwithstanding with exceeding cheerfulness contributed very liberally: being forward of themselves to the utmost of their power,