1 Kings 2:1-46; Jeremiah 10:1-25; Ephesians 4:1-16
Each of you says, “I am of Paul,” or “I am of Apollos,” or “I am of Cephas” (Peter), or “I am of Christ.” 1 Corinthians 1:12 NKJV
Let no one boast in men. For all things are yours. 1 Cor. 3:21 NKJV
The Corinthian Church was struggling with division. They chose one servant of God over another, generating competition. Paul says Apollos (the Bible teacher), Peter (the Shepherd) and himself (the evangelist) were all necessary for their spiritual development, but mere men were not to be placed on the same level as Christ. Rather, we should all be working together in the unity of Christ, to help bring people to the Lord, to teach them and to help them
conform to His likeness! —Jim Paul
Work together, ’til you cross the Lord’s finish line;
Then to glory, to enjoy Heav’n’s reward sublime. —Jim Paul