2 Corinthians 8:3

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2 Corinthians 8:1–5 · Berean Standard Bible

1 Now, brothers, we want you to know about the grace that God has given the churches of Macedonia.

2 In the terrible ordeal they suffered, their abundant joy and deep poverty overflowed into rich generosity.

3 For I testify that they gave according to their ability and even beyond it. Of their own accord,

4 they earnestly pleaded with us for the privilege of sharing in this service to the saints.

5 And not only did they do as we expected, but they gave themselves first to the Lord and then to us, because it was the will of God.

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