2 Corinthians 8:1-4

1We want you to know, brothers and sisters, about the grace of God that was given to the churches of Macedonia:

2During a severe trial brought about by affliction, their abundant joy and their extreme poverty overflowed in a wealth of generosity on their part.

3I can testify that, according to their ability and even beyond their ability, of their own accord,

4they begged us earnestly for the privilege of sharing in the ministry to the saints,