“He indeed died for all, so that those who live might no longer live for themselves but for him who for their sake died and was raised.”
-2 Cor 5:15
Yep...I think there is a personal benefit in doing that;and this personal benefit is directly derived from a belief and following in the Lord.
MIDLION, I might suggest that one read all of that chapter to see the context of that verse you quoted. It brings the meaning of the chapter into a clearer and more concise perspective.
TF2009...Thanks for your wise words.
IMO, as a not-so-good Christian, I think the reference to the book of Job is spot-on (on target).