▪︎ We are stewards of God’s mysteries (profound responsibility) – 1Cor 4:1-2;
▪︎ Examined by men – 1Cor 4:3;
▪︎ Examined by our own consciences – 1Cor 4:3-4;
▪︎ Most importantly, and most rigorously, examined by God – 1Cor 4:4;
(full text – 1Cor_4:1-7
▪︎ Examined by men – 1Cor 4:3;
▪︎ Examined by our own consciences – 1Cor 4:3-4;
▪︎ Most importantly, and most rigorously, examined by God – 1Cor 4:4;
(full text – 1Cor_4:1-7
1Let a man regard us in this manner, as servants of Christ and stewards of the mysteries of God. 2In this case, moreover, it is required of stewards that one be found trustworthy. 3But to me it is a very small thing that I may be examined by you, or by any human court; in fact, I do not even examine myself. 4For I am conscious of nothing against myself, yet I am not by this acquitted; but the one who examines me is the Lord. 5Therefore do not go on passing judgment before the time, but wait until the Lord comes who will both bring to light the things hidden in the darkness and disclose the motives of men’s hearts; and then each man’s praise will come to him from God.
6Now these things, brethren, I have figuratively applied to myself and Apollos for your sakes, so that in us you may learn not to exceed what is written, so that no one of you will become arrogant in behalf of one against the other. 7For who regards you as superior? What do you have that you did not receive? And if you did receive it, why do you boast as if you had not received it?
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6Now these things, brethren, I have figuratively applied to myself and Apollos for your sakes, so that in us you may learn not to exceed what is written, so that no one of you will become arrogant in behalf of one against the other. 7For who regards you as superior? What do you have that you did not receive? And if you did receive it, why do you boast as if you had not received it?