"And now, brothers, we want you to know about the grace that God has given the Macedonian churches.   Out of the most severe trial, their overflowing joy and their extreme poverty welled up in rich generosity.   For I testify that they gave as much as they were able, and even beyond their ability. Entirely on their own, they urgently pleaded with us for the privilege of sharing in this service to the saints."

2 Corinthians 8:1-4