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12 because the ministry of [a] this service[b] is not only going to be filling-up the needs of the saints, but also abounding through many thanksgivings to God! 13 Through the approvedness of this ministry, they will be glorifying God for the obedience of [c] your confession to[d] the good-news of Christ, and the generosity[e] of the contribution for them and for all, 14 while they also are yearning-for you in prayer for you because of the surpassing grace of God upon you.

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Footnotes

  1. 2 Corinthians 9:12 That is, consisting of.
  2. 2 Corinthians 9:12 That is, public-service for God (for the believing public); or, priestly-service.
  3. 2 Corinthians 9:13 That is, proceeding from; or, to. Or, the obedience to the good news of Christ characterizing your confession.
  4. 2 Corinthians 9:13 Or, with reference to.
  5. 2 Corinthians 9:13 Or, more broadly, the sincerity of the fellowship toward them and toward all.

12 This service that you perform is not only supplying the needs(A) of the Lord’s people but is also overflowing in many expressions of thanks to God.(B) 13 Because of the service(C) by which you have proved yourselves, others will praise God(D) for the obedience that accompanies your confession(E) of the gospel of Christ,(F) and for your generosity(G) in sharing with them and with everyone else. 14 And in their prayers for you their hearts will go out to you, because of the surpassing grace God has given you.

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