because for the work of Christ he came nigh unto death, hazarding his life to supply that which was lacking in your service toward me.

Because for the work of Christ he was near to death, putting his life in danger to make your care for me complete.

επειδη δια το εργον του Χριστου επλησιασε μεχρι θανατου, καταφρονησας την ζωην αυτου, δια να αναπληρωση την ελλειψιν υμων της εις εμε υπηρεσιας.

Because for the work of Christ he was nigh unto death, not regarding his life, to supply your lack of service toward me.