so that in turn their abundance may provide for your need, and thus there may be equality.
There was no one needy among them, for all who owned plots of land or houses sold them and brought the proceeds of what was sold.
I do not mean there should be relief for others and hardship for you, but it is a matter of equality. At the present time your abundance should provide for their need,
For this ministry of giving is not only providing for the needs of the saints in Jerusalem but is also abounding through many thanksgivings to God.