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NASB | 1 Corinthians 1:1 Paul, called as an apostle of Jesus Christ by the will of God, and Sosthenes our brother, |
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Subject: Any elders in Corinth? |
Bible Note: Hi Thomas: I think Brother Steve, makes a very good point! I agree, and a big, AMEN! I think that Paul, was indeed chastising the elders. This is just my opinion, and I have limited experience, (I wont get into details here), but I've seen first hand, elders as those actually responsible for extra-biblical, and in fact, anti-scriptural, childish behavior. My suggestion is, since the elders, or overseers/deacons, (even Pastors, if we indeed apply the message to our present condition), whoever, are usually responsible for the behavior in congregations. (I'm not removing responsibility from all, or any, parishioners; of course we all have to take responsibility for our own actions.) Perhaps paul though, was addressing them, (the elders) even more so, than the general population at these Churches. Personally, I'm quite convinced, that he was! Just my two cents Shalom and God bless John |