2 Corinthians 9:12

For this work of giving not only takes care of the needs of the saints, but is the cause of much praise to God;

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In The King James Version

For the administration of this service not only supplieth the want of the saints, but is abundant also by many thanksgivings unto God;

In Context

11Your wealth being increased in everything, with a simple mind, causing praise to God through us.

13For when, through this work of giving, they see what you are, they give glory to God for the way in which you have given yourselves to the good news of Christ, and for the wealth of your giving to them and to all;

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Cross References

2 Corinthians 8:4Seriously requesting us that they might have a part in this grace of being servants to the needs of the saints:

2 Corinthians 9:1But there is no need for me to say anything in my letter about the giving to the saints:

Philippians 4:18I have all things and more than enough: I am made full, having had from Epaphroditus the things which came from you, a perfume of a sweet smell, an offering well pleasing to God.

James 2:14What use is it, my brothers, for a man to say that he has faith, if he does nothing? will such a faith give him salvation?

Matthew Henry on 2 Corinthians 9:7-15

Charity Urged. ( a. d. 57.) 6 But this I say, He which soweth sparingly shall reap also sparingly; and he which soweth bountifully shall reap also bountifully. 7 Every man according as he purposeth in his heart, so let him give; not grudgingly, or of necessity: for God loveth a cheerful giver. 8 And God is able to make all grace abound toward you; that ye, always having all sufficiency in all things, may abound to every good work: 9 (As it is written, He hath dispersed abroad; he hath given to the poor: his… Read the whole commentary →

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