For by this proof it could appear how far they had advanced Godward, when they offered that willingly which was sought from them not for the sake of his own joy over their gifts, but for the sake of the fellowship of love. In agreement with the best Greek text. This verse is a general proposition. 5 Matt. v. 14-16 . 9 Acts otherwise noble and praiseworthy become sin when done to make an appearance before men, and get honour from them.
Bad intentions vitiate pious observances.
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