2 Corinthians 9:12-13

the importance & significance of serving others::

"this service that you perform is not only supplying the needs of the Lord’s people but is also overflowing in many expressions of thanks to God. because of the service by which you have proved yourselves, others will praise God for the obedience that accompanies your confession of the gospel of Christ, and for your generosity in sharing with them and with everyone else."

- NIV.