2 Corinthians 8:17

For he not only accepted the exhortation, but being more diligent, he went to you of his own accord.

Surrounding context

8:16 But thanks be to God who puts the same earnest care for you into the heart of Titus.

8:17 For he not only accepted the exhortation, but being more diligent, he went to you of his own accord.

8:18 And we have sent with him the brother whose praise is in the gospel throughout all the churches,