I Corinthians · Chapter 1 King James Version

I Corinthians 1:17

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The Scripture

(17) For Christ sent me not to baptize, but to preach the gospel: not with wisdom of words, lest the cross of Christ should be made of none effect.
Chapter overview (whole chapter)

The chapter opens with Paul’s greeting to the Corinthians and his appeal for assistance in their spiritual battle, noting that they are unworthy of God’s grace. He then warns against divisions and false teachings, urging unity and careful discernment of truth.

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