2 Corinthians 9:12

For the performance of this service not only supplies the wants of the saints, but also overflows in many thanksgivings to God.

Revised King James New Testament

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

11You will be enriched in everything, so you can be generous, and through us your generosity will result in thanksgiving to God.

13Because of the proof given by this service, they will glorify God because of your obedience to the gospel of Christ, which you profess, and for your liberal contribution to them, and to all;

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Cross References

2 Corinthians 8:4Begging us most insistently that we would allow them the privilege of taking part in this service to the saints.

2 Corinthians 9:1Now regarding this ministry to the saints, it is superfluous for me to write to you:

Philippians 4:18But I have received all, and abound: I am full, having received from Epaphroditus the things which were sent from you, a fragrant offering, a sacrifice acceptable and well-pleasing to God.

James 2:14What does it profit, my brethren, if a man say he has faith, but has not works? can that faith save him?

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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