2Cor 8:1-4 | ESV | STEP | We want you to know , brothers , about the grace of God that has been given among the churches of Macedonia ,

‏ 2 Corinthians 8:1-4

Encouragement to Give Generously

1 We want you to know, brothers, ^{▼▼Or brothers and sisters} about the grace of God that has been ^bgiven among the churches of Macedonia, 2 for in a severe test of affliction, their abundance of joy and ^ctheir extreme poverty have overflowed in a wealth of generosity on their part. 3 For they gave ^daccording to their means, as I can testify, and beyond their means, of their own accord, 4 begging us earnestly ^efor the favor ^{▼▼The Greek word charis can mean favor or grace or thanks, depending on the context} of taking part in ^gthe relief of the saints—