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...