II Corinthians 9:12
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For this ministry of service is not only supplying the needs of the saints, but is also overflowing in many expressions of thanksgiving to God.
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Greek, "The ministration of this public service (on your part) is not only still further supplying the wants of the saints (besides the supplies from other quarters), but is abounding also (namely, in respect to relieving the necessities of others in poverty) through many thanksgivings to God."
Open source ↗In this chapter the apostle seems to excuse his earnestness in pressing the Corinthians to the duty of charity (Co2 9:1-5), and proceeds to give directions about the acceptable way and manner of performing it, namely, bountifully, deliberately, and freely; and gives good encouragement for so doing (Co2 9:6 to the end).
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But I thought it necessary to send back to you Epaphroditus, my brother, fellow worker, and fellow soldier, who is also your messenger and minister to my needs.
If anyone with earthly possessions sees his brother in need, but withholds his compassion from him, how can the love of God abide in him?
they earnestly pleaded with us for the privilege of sharing in this service to the saints.
as you help us by your prayers. Then many will give thanks on our behalf for the favor shown us in answer to their prayers.
Now about the service to the saints, there is no need for me to write to you.