And He has sealed us and having given the earnest of the Spirit in our hearts.

For it is God who said, "Out of darkness Light shall shine;" who shone in our hearts to give the brightness of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.

And all things are of God, who has reconciled us to Himself through Jesus Christ, and has given to us the ministry of reconciliation;

And, brothers, we make known to you the grace of God which has been given among the churches of Macedonia;

And in this I give my judgment; for this is profitable for you, who began before, not only to do, but also to be willing a year ago.

Each one, as he purposes in his heart, let him give; not of grief, or of necessity, for God loves a cheerful giver.

As it is written, "He scattered; he has given to the poor; his righteousness remains forever."

For even if I also should boast somewhat more fully of our authority (which the Lord has given us for building up, and not for pulling you down) I will not be put to shame;

and by the surpassing revelations, lest I be made haughty, a thorn in the flesh was given to me, a messenger of Satan to buffet me, lest I be made haughty.