Font Size
2 Corinthians 8:1-5
English Standard Version
2 Corinthians 8:1-5
English Standard Version
Encouragement to Give Generously
8 We want you to know, brothers,[a] about the grace of God that has been (A)given among the churches of Macedonia, 2 for in a severe test of affliction, their abundance of joy and (B)their extreme poverty have overflowed in a wealth of generosity on their part. 3 For they gave (C)according to their means, as I can testify, and beyond their means, of their own accord, 4 begging us earnestly (D)for the favor[b] of taking part in (E)the relief of the saints— 5 and this, not as we expected, but they (F)gave themselves first to the Lord and then by the will of God to us.
Read full chapterFootnotes
- 2 Corinthians 8:1 Or brothers and sisters
- 2 Corinthians 8:4 The Greek word charis can mean favor or grace or thanks, depending on the context
English Standard Version (ESV)
The Holy Bible, English Standard Version. ESV® Text Edition: 2016. Copyright © 2001 by Crossway Bibles, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers.
Bible Gateway Recommends
ESV Single Column Journaling Bible, Large Print (Summer Garden)
Retail: $54.99
Our Price: $35.99
Save: $19.00 (35%)
ESV Journaling Study Bible (TruTone Imitation Leather, Brown/Chestnut, Timeless Design)
Retail: $64.99
Our Price: $41.99
Save: $23.00 (35%)
ESV Value Compact Bible, TruTone Imitation Leather, Brown
Retail: $14.99
Our Price: $9.59
Save: $5.40 (36%)
ESV Jeremiah Study Bible--soft leather-look, majestic black (indexed)
Retail: $89.99
Our Price: $49.99
Save: $40.00 (44%)