For the perfecting of the saints, for the work of the ministry, for the edifying of the body of Christ:

For - with a view to [ pros (G4314)]; the ultimate aim.

Perfecting - the [ katartismon (G2677)] correcting all that is deficient: instructing and completing in all parts. Compare Ephesians 4:13; 2 Corinthians 13:9.

For - a different preposition [ eis (G1519)]: the immediate object. Compare Romans 15:2, "Let everyone please his neighbour for [eis] his good unto [ pros (G4314)] edification."

Of the ministry, [ diakonias (G1248)] - of ministration: without the article. The office is stated in this verse. The good aimed at as to the Church (Ephesians 4:13). The way of growth (Ephesians 4:14).

Edifying - i:e., building up as the temple of the Holy Spirit.

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