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II Corinthians 8 and 9
And now, brothers, we want you to
know about the grace that God has given the Macedonian churches. Out
of the most severe trial, their overflowing joy and their extreme
poverty welled up in rich generosity. For I testify that they gave
as much as they were able, and even beyond their ability. Entirely
on their own, they urgently pleaded with us for the privilege of
sharing in this service to the saints. And they did not do as we
expected, but they gave themselves first to the Lord and then to us
in keeping with God's will. So we urged Titus, since he had earlier
made a beginning, to bring also to completion this act of grace on
your part. But just as you excel in everything--in faith, in speech,
in knowledge, in complete earnestness and in your love for us--see
that you also excel in this grace of giving ...
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