2 Corinthians 8:8-9 I speak not as commanding, but by occasion of the diligence of others and to prove the sincerity of your charity.

EJ2000⁽ⁱ⁾ ⁸ I speak not as commanding, but by occasion of the diligence of others and to prove the sincerity of your charity. ⁹ For ye know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that, though he was rich, yet for your sakes he became poor that ye through his poverty might be enriched.