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 х pros (G4314)]; the ultimate aim.
Perfecting - the х 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 х eis (G1519)]: the immediate object. Compare Romans 15:2, "Let everyone please his neighbour for [eis] his good unto х pros (G4314)] edification."
Of the ministry, х 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 4:14-16).
Edifying - i:e., building up as the temple of the Holy Spirit.