1 Corinthians 16:2

And on the first day of the week, when we were gathered together to break bread, Paul began speaking to them, intending to leave the next day, and he prolonged his message until midnight.

“Now after several years I came to bring alms to my nation and offerings;

For I testify that according to their ability, and beyond their ability, they gave of their own accord,

And I give my opinion in this matter, for this is profitable for you, who were the first to begin a year ago not only to do this, but also to desire to do it.

But I have sent the brothers, in order that our boasting about you may not be made empty in this case, so that, as I was saying, you may be prepared;