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1 Corinthians, 4

8. You already have everything -- you are rich already -- you have come into your kingdom, without any help from us! Well, I wish you were kings and we could be kings with you!

Verses related to 1 Corinthians, 4:

1 Corinthians 4 addresses the role of Christian leaders in the church. Paul emphasizes that they must be faithful administrators of the message of Christ, and not seek their own glory or recognition. He also warns believers not to judge leaders hastily, but to wait for God's judgment, which is just and true.

Jeremiah 17:10: "I, the Lord, squad my heart and provoke thoughts; and this to give each one according to his ways and according to the fruit of his actions." This verse points out that only God truly knows the human heart and judges it precisely.

Matthew 25:23: "His Lord said unto him, Very well, good and faithful servant; You were faithful in little, I will put you a lot; enter the joy of your Lord." This verse emphasizes the importance of fidelity and commitment in the administration of God's things.

2 Corinthians 10:18: "For it is not approved who to praise himself, but he to whom the Lord praises." This verse highlights the importance of not seeking one's own glory or recognition, but to be approved by God.

Matthew 7:1-2: "Do not judge, that you will not be judged. For with the judgment you will be judged, and with the measure with which you will measure you." This verse warns against the hasty judgment and emphasizes that the righteous judgment comes from God only.

1 Timothy 3:1: "This is a faithful word: if someone desires the episcopate, excellent work wishes." This verse highlights the importance of leadership in the church, and emphasizes that leaders should seek this role with a sincere heart and committed to the work of





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