Many times in the New Testament we see that same kind of co-operation and determination. God’s people are called upon to work in harmony for die glory of God, and for the good of all the people. An admirable example of this is found in 2 Corinthians 8:1–5, where Paul wrote, ‘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