Treasury of Scripture Knowledge

Summary

For it hath pleased them of Macedonia and Achaia to make a certain contribution for the poor saints which are at Jerusalem.

General references

Bible References

It

Acts 11:27
Now at this time some prophets came down from Jerusalem to Antioch.
Galatians 6:6
Let the one who is taught the word share in all good things with him who teaches.

The poor

Matthew 25:40
And the King will answer them, 'Truly, I say to you, as you did it to one of the least of these my brethren, you did it to me.'
Matthew 26:11
For you always have the poor with you, but you will not always have me.
Luke 6:20
He lifted up his eyes on his disciples, and said: "Blessed are you poor, for yours is the kingdom of God.
Luke 14:13
But when you give a feast, invite the poor, the maimed, the lame, the blind,
1 Corinthians 16:15
You know that the household of Stephanas were the first converts in Achaia, and they have devoted themselves to the service of the saints. Now I urge you, brethren,
2 Corinthians 9:12
For the ministry of this service is not only fully supplying the needs of the saints, but is also overflowing through many thanksgivings to God.
Philemon 1:5
because I hear of your love and of the faith which you have toward the Lord Jesus and all the saints,
James 2:5
Listen, my beloved brethren: has not God chosen those who are poor in the world to be rich in faith and heirs of the kingdom which he has promised to those who love him?

General references

Romans 15:25
Now, however, I am going to Jerusalem with aid for the saints.
Philippians 1:5
because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now.