1
Now concerning the collection for the saints: you should follow the directions I gave to the churches of Galatia.
2
On the first day of every week, each of you is to put aside and save whatever extra you earn, so that collections need not be taken when I come.
3
And when I arrive, I will send any whom you approve with letters to take your gift to Jerusalem.
4
If it seems advisable that I should go also, they will accompany me.
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