Whiles by the experiment of this ministration,.... That is, the poor saints at Jerusalem having a specimen, a proof, an experience of the liberality of the Gentile churches ministered to them by the apostles, first,they glorify God; by giving thanks unto him, acknowledging him to be the author of all the grace and goodness which they, and others, were partakers of; particularlyfor your professed subjection to the Gospel of Christ.
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2 Corinthians 9:13
2 Corinthians 9:13
John Gill's Exposition of the Entire Bible · John Gill (1697–1771) · Public Domain
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