1008 B
1008 B
by comparing it to the eagerness of other people
Paul is encouraging the Corinthians to give generously by comparing them with the generosity of the Macedonian churches. (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-explicit)
the grace of our Lord
In this context, the word "grace" emphasizes the generosity with which Jesus had blessed the Corinthians.
Even though he was rich, for your sakes he became poor
Paul speaks of Jesus before his incarnation as being rich, and of his becoming human as becoming poor. (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor)
through his poverty you might become rich
Paul speaks of the Corinthians becoming spiritually rich as a result of Jesus becoming human. (See: rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-metaphor)