Therefore judge nothing before the time, until the Lord comes, who will both bring to light the hidden things of darkness and reveal the counsels of the hearts. Then each one's praise will come from God. Truth to Learn Let God be the judge of other people’s ministry. Behind the...
1 Corinthians 4:4 – The Final Judge
For I know of nothing against myself, yet I am not justified by this; but He who judges me is the Lord. Truth to Learn Serve God with diligence and with a humble spirit. Don’t worry about what others say. Behind the Words “I know” is translated from the Greek...
1 Corinthians 4:3 – The Master’s Judgment
But with me it is a very small thing that I should be judged by you or by a human court. In fact, I do not even judge myself. Truth to Learn Don’t worry about what others say but what God says. Behind the Words “With” is translated from the...
1 Corinthians 4:2 – Trustworthy Stewards
Moreover it is required in stewards that one be found faithful. Truth to Learn Preachers and teachers must be believable and trustworthy. Behind the Words The word “moreover” is translated from the Greek words, hōde loipon. Hōde is an adverb of place. That is, it describes the action of the...
1 Corinthians 4:1 – God’s Assistants
Let a man so consider us, as servants of Christ and stewards of the mysteries of God. Truth to Learn A teacher’s words reveal his image of himself, under Christ. Behind the Words The words “let … consider” are translated from the Greek verb logidzomai. This word is based on...
1 Corinthians 3:23 – Owned By God
And you are Christ's, and Christ is God's. Truth to Learn All things are ours, but we are owned servants of God. Meaning Explained In the previous verse, Paul gave a fairly concise description of what Christians possess as God’s children. Lest we get puffed up by our possessions (whether...
1 Corinthians 3:22 – All Has Been Given
Dear brothers and sisters in Christ, I know it has been awhile since I sent out my last verse. I have had to take a little time off to re-evaluate this ministry. As you may know, since last December, I have been seeking permission from Thomas Nelson (Harper Collins...
1 Corinthians 3:21 – Focus on Him
Therefore let no one boast in men. For all things are yours: Truth to Learn We need to keep our focus on God and humbly serve Him. Behind the Words “Therefore” is translated from the Greek word hōste. This word is made up of hōs, meaning “as” and the particle...
1 Corinthians 3:20 – God’s Way, Not the World’s
and again, "The Lord knows the thoughts of the wise, that they are futile." Truth to Learn God’s way is the only way to present God’s truths. Behind the Words The word translated “again” is palin. This is probably derived from pale, which refers to a back-and-forth struggle. Palin means...
1 Corinthians 3:19 – Wisdom or Foolishness?
For the wisdom of this world is foolishness with God. For it is written, "He catches the wise in their own craftiness"; Truth to Learn Good’s foolishness is better than the world’s wisdom. Behind the Words Kosmos is the Greek word translated “world.” It refers to “order” or “arrangement.” It...