Verse of the Day (May 21, 2020)

Verse of the Day (May 21, 2020) #BMSeminary – Now is transitional. With this, Paul turns to his appeal for unity. No divisions: The first major concern of this epistle has to do with the divisive spirit in Corinth. Paul approaches the problem by first denouncing their factional tendencies (vv. 10–31), then by demonstrating the quality of divine wisdom as contrasted with human wisdom (ch. 2). In chapter 3, he considers those qualities that make for mature Christian service. Finally in chapter 4, he defends his own ministry, and that of Apollos and the apostles, contrasting personal discomfort which he himself endured with the arrogance of the Corinthians who are now criticizing him. (KJV Study Bible, HarperCollins)