2 Corinthians 8:1

New International Reader's Version

Brothers and sisters, we want you to know about the grace that God has given to the churches in Macedonia.

Cross References

Matthew 25:22

“The man with two bags of gold also came. ‘Master,’ he said, ‘you trusted me with two bags of gold. See, I have earned two more.’

Acts 11:23

When he arrived and saw what the grace of God had done, he was glad. He told them all to remain true to the Lord with all their hearts.

Acts 16:9

During the night Paul had a vision. He saw a man from Macedonia standing and begging him. “Come over to Macedonia!” the man said. “Help us!”

Acts 24:17

“I was away for several years. Then I came to Jerusalem to bring my people gifts for those who were poor. I also came to offer sacrifices.

Romans 15:26

The believers in Macedonia and Achaia were pleased to take an offering. It was for those who were poor among the Lord’s people in Jerusalem.

1 Corinthians 15:10

But because of God’s grace I am what I am. And his grace was not wasted on me. No, I have worked harder than all the other apostles. But I didn’t do the work. God’s grace was with me.

2 Corinthians 11:9

When I was with you and needed something, I didn’t cause you any expense. The believers who came from Macedonia gave me what I needed. I haven’t caused you any expense at all. And I won’t ever do it.

2 Corinthians 9:12

Your gifts meet the needs of the Lord’s people. And that’s not all. Your gifts also cause many people to thank God.

2 Corinthians 9:2

I know how much you want to help. I have been bragging about it to the people in Macedonia. I have been telling them that since last year you who live in Achaia were ready to give. You are so excited that it has stirred up most of them to take action.

2 Corinthians 9:4

Suppose people from Macedonia come with me and find out that you are not prepared. Then we, as well as you, would be ashamed of being so certain.

Ephesians 3:8

I am by far the least important of all the Lord’s holy people. But he gave me the grace to preach to the Gentiles about the unlimited riches that Christ gives.

Colossians 1:29

That’s what I’m working for. I work hard with all the strength of Christ. His strength works powerfully in me.

1 Thessalonians 4:10

In fact, you do love all God’s family all around Macedonia. Brothers and sisters, we are asking you to love one another more and more.