⁴ they urgently pleaded with us for the privilege of sharing^(A) in this service^(B) to the Lord’s people.^(C)

¹³ Because of the service^(A) by which you have proved yourselves, others will praise God^(B) for the obedience that accompanies your confession^(C) of the gospel of Christ,^(D) and for your generosity^(E) in sharing with them and with everyone else.