Explore the Bible Assistant Professor, School of Christian Studies, University of Mobile Relationships: The Long-Distance Factor 2 Corinthians 8:1–9; 9:1–2, 7–8, 12–15 Look at Others’ Example: Be Generous (8:1–7) Paul had asked the believers in Corinth to set aside money for the purpose of making a collection for the poor in Jerusalem (1 Cor. 16). However, despite Paul’s urging, they…