The Book of
1 Corinthians 16
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In this chapter
Where we are
- 1–4DivisionsChrist crucified, not rival leaders
- 5–6A holy peopleDiscipline, lawsuits and the body
- 7–10Your questionsMarriage, food and freedom
- 11–14Worship togetherThe Supper, gifts and love
- 15–16Raised with ChristResurrection hope; the collectionChapter 16
The Collection for the Saints
Now about the collection for the saints, you are to do as I directed the churches of Galatia:
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On the first day of every week, each of you should set aside a portion of his income, saving it up, so that when I come no collections will be needed.
Then, on my arrival, I will send letters with those you recommend to carry your gift to Jerusalem. And if it is advisable for me to go also, they can travel with me.
Paul’s Travel Plans
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Paul’s plans
Paul writes from Ephesus. He will stay there for now, then go overland through Macedonia and come down to Corinth, where he may “even spend the winter.” From Corinth the gift will go to Jerusalem, carried by people the church chooses. The churches of Galatia are giving too.
After I go through Macedonia, however, I will come to you; for I will be going through Macedonia. Perhaps I will stay with you awhile, or even spend the winter, so that you can help me on my journey, wherever I go. For I do not want to see you now only in passing; I hope to spend some time with you, if the Lord permits.
But I will stay in Ephesus until Pentecost, because a great door for effective work has opened to me, even though many oppose me.
Question
Quick question
Paul is writing from across the Aegean, with his travel plans still open.
Why does Paul say he will stay where he is until Pentecost?
Timothy and Apollos
Concluding Exhortations
Be on the alert. Stand firm in the faith. Be men of courage. Be strong. Do everything in love.
1 Corinthians 16:13–14
In this chapter
You know that Stephanas and his household were the first converts in Achaia, and they have devoted themselves to the service of the saints. Now I urge you, brothers, to submit to such as these, and to every fellow worker and laborer.
I am glad that Stephanas, Fortunatus, and Achaicus have arrived, because they have supplied what was lacking from you. For they refreshed my spirit and yours as well. Show your appreciation, therefore, to such men.
Reflect
Do everything in love
Paul’s last charge has five parts: “Be on the alert. Stand firm in the faith. Be men of courage. Be strong. Do everything in love.” Strength and love belong together here. Which of the five do you need most this week? Write down one place where you need to stand firm, and one person you could serve in love, the way Stephanas and his household served the saints.
Signature and Final Greetings
The churches in the province of Asia send you greetings. Aquila and Prisca greet you warmly in the Lord, and so does the church that meets at their house.
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All the brothers here send you greetings. Greet one another with a holy kiss.
This greeting is in my own hand—Paul.
If anyone does not love the Lord, let him be under a curse. Come, O Lord!
The grace of the Lord Jesus be with you.
My love be with all of you in Christ Jesus. Amen.
1 Corinthians 16:21–24
Pray
Come, O Lord
Paul signs off with a prayer the first believers loved: “Come, O Lord!” Make it your prayer too. Thank God for the people who have refreshed your spirit, and ask Him to bless them. Ask for a generous heart and steady faith while you wait. And ask that the grace of the Lord Jesus would rest on your church, and that your love would reach every one of them “in Christ Jesus.”
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Be on the alert. Stand firm in the faith. Be men of courage. Be strong. Do everything in love.
1 Corinthians 16:13–14
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