Category: 1 Corinthians

1 Corinthians 4:20 is about emphasizing the power of God’s kingdom through action rather than mere words. 20 For the kingdom of God does not consist in talk but in power. Setting the Scene for 1 Corinthians 4:20 In 1 Corinthians chapter 4, the apostle Paul is writing to the church in Corinth, addressing various…

1 Corinthians 14:2 is about the importance of speaking in tongues to communicate with God on a spiritual level, rather than focusing solely on speaking intelligible words for the benefit of others. 2 For one who speaks in a tongue speaks not to men but to God; for no one understands him, but he utters…

1 Corinthians 4:6 is about avoiding arrogance and adhering to humility, emphasizing that we should not go beyond what is written in the scriptures to prevent being puffed up with pride against one another. 6 I have applied all these things to myself and Apollos for your benefit, brothers, that you may learn by us…

1 Corinthians 11:26 is about recognizing the act of partaking in the Lord’s Supper as a profound and solemn remembrance of Jesus Christ’s sacrifice for humanity. 26 For as often as you eat this bread and drink the cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until he comes. Setting the Scene for 1 Corinthians 11:26 In…

1 Corinthians 2:2 is about the apostle Paul emphasizing the importance of preaching Jesus Christ crucified as the core message of Christianity, surpassing human wisdom or eloquence. 2 For I decided to know nothing among you except Jesus Christ and him crucified. Setting the Scene for 1 Corinthians 2:2 The scene in 1 Corinthians 2:2…

1 Corinthians 11:11 is about highlighting the mutual interdependence and equality between men and women in the eyes of God. 11 Nevertheless, in the Lord woman is not independent of man nor man of woman; Setting the Scene for 1 Corinthians 11:11 In 1 Corinthians 11:11, the apostle Paul is addressing the Corinthian church regarding…

1 Corinthians 2:11 is about the profound knowledge and wisdom bestowed upon believers by the Holy Spirit, surpassing human understanding and enabling them to comprehend the thoughts of God. 11 For who knows a person’s thoughts except the spirit of that person, which is in him? So also no one comprehends the thoughts of God…

1 Corinthians 1:20 is about the foolishness of relying on worldly wisdom instead of trusting in the power and wisdom of God. 20 Where is the one who is wise? Where is the scribe? Where is the debater of this age? Has not God made foolish the wisdom of the world? Setting the Scene for…

1 Corinthians 12:4-6 is about how there are different spiritual gifts given by the same Spirit, different ways to serve but the same Lord, and different activities but the same God who works through all of them in believers. 4 Now there are varieties of gifts, but the same Spirit; 5 and there are varieties…

1 Corinthians 16:19 is about the strong bond of fellowship and love that existed among the early Christian believers, emphasizing the importance of supportive relationships within the church community. 19 The churches of Asia send you greetings. Aquila and Prisca, together with the church in their house, send you hearty greetings in the Lord. Setting…