2 Corinthians 8: The Grace of Giving

Paul holds up the Macedonian churches, who gave generously out of deep poverty, and urges the Corinthians to complete their collection for Jerusalem. He points to Christ, who though rich became poor for their sake, and commends Titus and the brothers handling the gift.

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According to 2 Corinthians 8:22, what does Paul say about the third companion he is sending, and why is his confidence in the Corinthians relevant to this decision?

Paul admits this companion had no role in the collection, and says his trust in the Corinthians had recently been shakenThis companion had proven his earnestness many times and in many ways, and Paul notes his confidence is now even greater because of his great confidence in the CorinthiansThis companion was chosen despite having no prior track record at all, and Paul says he is sending him as a test of his characterThis companion was sent specifically to investigate the Corinthians for suspected wrongdoing, since Paul doubted their honesty