1 Corinthians 16 KJV: Stewardship, Community, and Apostolic Farewell
1 Corinthians 16 documents the logistical conclusion of the letter, focusing on the collection for the impoverished saints in Jerusalem. This chapter reveals Paul’s strategic vision for his travels and his encouragement for the church to stand firm, act like men, and do everything in love. It highlights a network of local leaders who deserve recognition for their tireless work in the ministry.
v1-4: Instructions for the Collection for Jerusalem
v5-12: Paul’s Travel Plans and Apollos’ Status
v13-14: Five Final Commands for the Church
v15-24: Final Commendations and Apostolic Greeting
As touching our brother Apollos, I greatly desired him to come unto you with the brethren: but his will was not at all to come at this time; but he will come when he shall have convenient time.
I beseech you, brethren, (ye know the house of Stephanas, that it is the firstfruits of Achaia, and that they have addicted themselves to the ministry of the saints,)
Witness the integration of administrative excellence and spiritual passion as Paul closes his most corrective letter. Begin your study with 1 corinthians 16 summary.
Observe the command to 'act like men' (andrizesthe), which was a call to courage and maturity in the face of the cultural pressures Paul had spent 16 chapters addressing. The Word Secret is Maranatha, an Aramaic phrase meaning 'O Lord, come!', serving as the early church's secret password of hope. This reminds us that all our church logistics are ultimately done in the light of Christ’s imminent return. Discover the riches with 1 corinthians 16 commentary, containing expert led word study (original greek/hebrew) and passage level analysis.
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