1 Corinthians 1:18-20 (WEL) The preaching of the cross is foolishness to those who are on the path of destruction, but to us, who are being saved, it is the power of God. 19 For it is written, “I will destroy the wisdom of the wise and will bring to nothing the understanding of…
1 Corinthians 1:10-17 (WEL) Now, I beg of you brethren through the name of our Lord Jesus Christ that you agree in what you say, and that there would be no divisions among you, instead that you be completely mended in the same understanding and opinion. 11 It has been plainly told to me…
1 Corinthians 1:4-9 (WEL) I always express my gratitude to my God on your behalf for the grace bestowed upon you by Jesus Christ. 5 Because you were enriched in him in everything in all speech and all knowledge. 6 Just as the testimony concerning Christ was confirmed in you, 7 So that you…
Summary of 1 Corinthians: Matthew Henry: In this chapter we have, I. The preface or introduction to the whole epistle (1Co 1:1-9). II. One principal occasion of writing it hinted, namely, their divisions and the origin of them (1Co 1:10-13). III. An account of Paul’s ministry among them, which was principally preaching the gospel…
Romans 16:21-27 (WEL) Timothy, my fellow worker, and Lucius, Jason, and Sosipater, my countrymen, greet you. 22 I, Tertius, who wrote this epistle, greet you in the Lord. 23 Gaius, my host, and the whole congregation greets you. Erastus, the city treasurer, greets you as well as Quartus, our brother. 24 The grace of…
Romans 16:16-20 (WEL) Greet one another with a holy kiss. The congregation of Christ greets you. 17 Now I beg you, brethren, keep your eye on those who create dissensions and opportunities for sin, contrary to the teaching you have learned. Avoid them. 18 For such people are not serving our Lord Jesus Christ…
Romans 16:6-15 (WEL) Say, “Hi,” to Mary, who worked so hard for us. 7 Say, “Hi,” to Andronicus and Junia, my countrymen and fellow prisoners, who are highly regarded among the Apostles and were in Christ before me. 8 Greet Amplias, my dear friend in the Lord. 9 Greet Urbanus, our fellow worker in…
Chapter summary from Constable: “This sixteenth chapter is neglected by many to their own loss. It is by far the most extensive, intimate and particular of all the words of loving greeting in Paul’s marvelous letters. No one can afford to miss this wonderful outpouring of the heart of our apostle toward the saints…
Romans 15:28-33 (WEL) Therefore, after I have finished this and have safely delivered this fruit to them, I will come to you by way of Spain. 29 I am confident that when I come to you, I will come in the full blessing of Good News about Christ. 30 Now, I plead with you,…
Romans 15:23-27 (WEL) But now having no more opportunity in this area and having great desire for many years to come to you. 24 Whenever I take my journey to Spain, I will come to you, for I hope to see you on my journey and be assisted by you, if first I may…