Verses 2-7 detail the Macedonians' generous grace under trial, directly expanding the grace mentioned in 8:1.

In 2 Corinthians 8:8, Paul uses the Macedonians' example to test the Corinthians' love — directly referencing the grace given to them.

In 11:9, Paul notes that Macedonians supplied his needs while in Corinth — further evidence of their generous grace mentioned in 8:1.

In 9:2, Paul boasts about the Corinthians' zeal to the Macedonians, which stirred them up — showing how the Macedonian grace of 8:1 was encouraged.

In 9:4, Paul warns that if Macedonians find the Corinthians unprepared, both will be shamed — building on the Macedonian example of giving.

9:12 describes the outcomes of generous giving (supplying needs and thanksgivings), building on the grace introduced in 8:1.

Romans 15:26 confirms that Macedonia and Achaia contributed to the Jerusalem collection — the very grace Paul highlights in 8:1.

Romans 12:8 exhorts giving with liberality — directly parallels the grace of giving exemplified by the Macedonians.

In Philippians 1:5, Paul thanks the Philippians (a Macedonian church) for their partnership — the same grace-filled generosity referenced in 2 Cor 8:1.

In Galatians 2:10, Paul recalls his commitment to remember the poor — the same cause for which the Macedonians gave.

In 1 Corinthians 16:2, Paul gives instructions for the same collection, emphasizing regular giving — the context of Macedonian generosity.

In 1 Corinthians 16:1, Paul introduces the same collection for Jerusalem that the Macedonian churches were part of.

In Acts 16:9, the Macedonian call led to Paul's first visit — the origin of the churches whose grace is praised in 8:1.

In 1 Thess 1:7, the Thessalonians became an example to believers in Macedonia — showing the region's spiritual influence.

In 1 Thess 1:8, the Thessalonians' faith spread throughout Macedonia and Achaia — highlighting the vitality of that region's churches.

In 1 Thess 4:10, the Thessalonians show love to all brothers throughout Macedonia — reflecting unity among Macedonian churches.

1 Corinthians 15:10 speaks of grace enabling Paul's labor, similarly to how grace enabled the Macedonians' generosity — both show grace in action.

Ephesians 3:8 describes grace given for specific service (preaching), paralleling the grace given to the Macedonians for generous giving.

1 Timothy 6:18 calls believers to be rich in good works and generous—echoing the grace of giving Paul highlights in the Macedonian churches here.