9:15, 20; Ps. Article Images Copyright 2023 Getty Images unless otherwise indicated. The fear of the Lord, put into their hearts, will be the great means of safety.15-22 Did not the joining in the Lord's supper show a profession of faith in Christ crucified, and of adoring gratitude to him for his salvation ? 17Because there is one bread, we who are many are (AB)one body, for we all partake of the one bread. 28But if anyone says to you, This was offered to idols, do not eat it (AR)for the sake of the one who told you, and for conscience sake; [i]for (AS)the earth is the Lords, and all its fullness. 29Conscience, I say, not your own, but that of the other. Sign up now for the latest news and deals from Bible Gateway! 10nor complain, as some of them also complained, and were destroyed by the destroyer. Article Images Copyright 2023 Getty Images unless otherwise indicated. 7(H)Do not be idolaters (I)as some of them were; as it is written, (J)The people sat down to eat and drink and rose up to play. 8(K)We must not indulge in sexual immorality (L)as some of them did, and (M)twenty-three thousand fell in a single day. 1 Corinthians 10:1 - Bible Hub 23(AL)All things are lawful, but not all things are helpful. 4:8; Rev. As it is written, (H)The people sat down to eat and drink, and rose up to play. 8(I)Nor let us commit sexual immorality, as (J)some of them did, and (K)in one day twenty-three thousand fell; 9nor let us [a]tempt Christ, as (L)some of them also tempted, and (M)were destroyed by serpents; 10nor complain, as (N)some of them also complained, and (O)were destroyed by (P)the destroyer. 3 They all ate the same spiritual food 4 and drank the same spiritual drink; for they drank from the spiritual rock that accompanied them, and that . 32(AW)Give no offense, either to the Jews or to the Greeks or to the church of God, 33just (AX)as I also please all men in all things, not seeking my own profit, but the profit of many, that they may be saved. And then the apostle explains whose conscience he meant; not the conscience of him that is invited, but either of the unbeliever, or the weak brother; and suggests a reason why he should not make use of his liberty in their presence, and under such circumstances, lest it should be censured and condemned, 1Co 10:29 or he be reproached for what he had, through good will, and had reason to be thankful for, 1Co 10:30 wherefore, upon the whole, the apostle advises in this affair, and in all others, to have the glory of God in view in the first place, 1Co 10:31 and next to that to be careful not to offend any sort of persons whatever, 1Co 10:32 and proposes himself as an example in these things to be followed; who sought not his own advantage, but the pleasure and profit of others, and to promote, as much as in him lay, their salvation, and not hinder it, 1Co 10:33. But should anyone present point at certain meat, and say that was offered to idols, then it was advisable not to eat of it; partly for the sake of the unbeliever that pointed at it, who would be hardened in his idolatry by it; and partly for the sake of the conscience of a weak believer present, who might be offended at it; and the reason given to enforce such a conduct is, because there is plenty of other food without it, 1Co 10:28. It was to them a typical baptism. BEST VALUE in digital Bible study. But this is not to be understood of religious festivals, partaking in idolatrous worship. Christianity by no means forbids the common offices of kindness, or allows uncourteous behaviour to any, however they may differ from us in religious sentiments or practices. And is not the bread that we break(Y) a participation in the body of Christ? 1 Corinthians 10 NKJV;ESV - Old Testament Examples - Moreover, - Bible 2all were baptized into Moses in the cloud and in the sea, 18Observe Israel after the flesh: Are not those who eat of the sacrifices [f]partakers of the altar? (1-5) Cautions against all idolatrous, and other sinful practices. 9We must not put Christ[c] to the test, (N)as some of them did and (O)were destroyed by serpents, 10nor grumble, (P)as some of them did and (Q)were destroyed by (R)the Destroyer. 31 Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God. Save on BibleGateway+ with code FAITH. By submitting your email address, you understand that you will receive email communications from Bible Gateway, a division of The Zondervan Corporation, 3900 Sparks Drive SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 USA, including commercial communications and messages from partners of Bible Gateway. By submitting your email address, you understand that you will receive email communications from Bible Gateway, a division of The Zondervan Corporation, 3900 Sparks Drive SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 USA, including commercial communications and messages from partners of Bible Gateway. 11:23, 24; Matt. (Y)The bread which we break, is it not the communion of the body of Christ? You may unsubscribe from Bible Gateways emails at any time. (C) 2They were all baptized into(D) Moses in the cloud and in the sea. Sign up now for the latest news and deals from Bible Gateway! Let us fear the sins of Israel, if we would shun their plagues. He knows what we can bear. 12:12, 13, 20; Rom. Save on BibleGateway+ with code FAITH. 25(AO)Eat whatever is sold in the meat market, asking no questions for conscience sake; 26for (AP)the earth is the Lords, and all its fullness.. God has not promised to keep us from falling, if we do not look to ourselves. Verses 1-5 To dissuade the Corinthians from communion with idolaters, and security in any sinful course, the apostle sets before them the example of the Jewish nation of old. 6Now these things became our examples, to the intent that we should not lust after evil things as (F)they also lusted. Has not God made foolish the wisdom of this world? (AG), 23I have the right to do anything, you saybut not everything is beneficial. What Does "I Believe! By submitting your email address, you understand that you will receive email communications from Bible Gateway, a division of The Zondervan Corporation, 3900 Sparks Drive SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 USA, including commercial communications and messages from partners of Bible Gateway. To this word of caution, a word of comfort is added. 8:3; Neh. 18Observe (AA)Israel (AB)after the flesh: (AC)Are not those who eat of the sacrifices [f]partakers of the altar? 27 If any of those who do not believe invites you to dinner, and you desire to go, eat whatever is set before you, asking no question for conscience' sake. 9Neither let us tempt Christ, as some of them also tempted, and were destroyed of serpents. 26:26; See Acts 2:42; 20:7, ch. 78:24; John 6:31, Ex. And his first argument is taken from the Lord's supper, and the communion of his body and blood, which believers have with him in eating the bread, and drinking the wine; suggesting, that in like manner such who eat things offered to idols, as such, had communion with them, and so were guilty of idolatry, and therefore should be abstained from, 1Co 10:16. 19What am I saying then? 18Observe (AA)Israel (AB)after the flesh: (AC)Are not those who eat of the sacrifices [f]partakers of the altar? 24No one should seek their own good, but the good of others. 11:25, Matt. 25Whatsoever is sold in the shambles, that eat, asking no question for conscience sake: 26For the earth is the Lord's, and the fulness thereof. Proud member Scripture taken from the New King James Version. Crossway Bibles, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers. 27If any of those who do not believe invites you to dinner, and you desire to go, eat whatever is set before you, asking no question for conscience sake. (6-14) The partaking in idolatry cannot exist with having communion with Christ. 12:12, 27; Eph. His earnest request to them is. Save verses, read offline, watch teaching clips, and more! 12:12, 27; Eph. But let none presume upon their great privileges, or profession of the truth; these will not secure heavenly happiness.6-14 Carnal desires gain strength by indulgence, therefore should be checked in their first rise. So if an idolater invites a believer to dine with him, and he accepts the invitation, he may very lawfully eat whatever is before him, even though it be meat offered to idols, provided he asks no questions about it, 1Co 10:27. Matthew Henry Commentary on the Whole Bible (Concise), Matthew Henry Commentary on the Whole Bible (Complete), California - Do Not Sell My Personal Information. But inasmuch as things offered to idols were in themselves indifferent, the apostle directs to a proper use of them; and observes, that though they might be lawfully eaten, yet the expediency of time and place, and the edification of others, ought to be considered, 1Co 10:23 for we are not to seek our own pleasure, but the welfare of others, 1Co 10:24. ( Amos 3:3 ) . 27If any of them that believe not bid you to a feast, and ye be disposed to go; whatsoever is set before you, eat, asking no question for conscience sake. 24 Let no man seek his own, but every man another's wealth. 9:15, 20; Ps. 27 If any of those who do not believe invites you to dinner, and you desire to go, eat whatever is set before you, asking no question for conscience' sake. 16 The cup of blessing which we bless, is it not the communion of the blood of Christ? If Christians venture into places, and join in sacrifices to the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eye, and the pride of life, they will provoke God. 21:15; Heb. Bible > 1 Corinthians > Chapter 1 > Verse 10 eBibles Free Downloads Audio 1 Corinthians 1:10 Audio Crossref Comment Greek The great privileges, and yet terrible overthrow of the Israelites in the wilderness. 15 I speak as to wise men; judge ye what I say. 17For we, though many, are one bread and one body; for we all partake of that one bread. 24Let no one seek his own, but each one (AN)the others well-being. Unity and Diversity in One Body. 16(X)The cup of blessing which we bless, is it not the [e]communion of the blood of Christ? 9:20. that ye speak the same thing; profess the same truths, and express them in the same words; which shows the lawfulness, yea, necessity and usefulness, of confessions and articles of faith, being made and agreed to by members of churches; and which should be drawn up in a form of sound words, and abode by; for the introducing of new words and phrases is often the means of bringing in new doctrines, and of raising great contentions and animosities; wherefore using the same words to express truth by is a very proper and prudent expedient to prevent them: and that there be no divisions, or schisms, among you; which are generally made by innovations in doctrine, or worship; by forming new schemes of religion, new articles of faith, and modes of discipline: but. 11Now [b]all these things happened to them as examples, and (Q)they were written for our [c]admonition, (R)upon whom the ends of the ages have come. 30But if I partake with thanks, why am I evil spoken of for the food (AU)over which I give thanks? 12Therefore (S)let him who thinks he stands take heed lest he fall. Used by permission. 32:17; Ps. 22Or do we (AJ)provoke the Lord to jealousy? Save on BibleGateway+ with code FAITH. are we stronger than he? 23All things are lawful [g]for me, but not all things are helpful; all things are lawful for me, but not all things [h]edify. Hurry and SAVE on a yearly membership! 24 Let no man seek his own, but every man another's wealth. 23All things are lawful [g]for me, but not all things are (AM)helpful; all things are lawful for me, but not all things [h]edify. You cannot drink the cup of the Lord and the cup of demons; you cannot partake of the Lords table and of the table of demons. 18Consider the people of Israel: Do not those who eat the sacrifices(AB) participate in the altar? 16(X)The cup of blessing which we bless, is it not the [e]communion of the blood of Christ? For they drank of that spiritual Rock that followed them, and that Rock was Christ. 11:28, Matt. 12:12, 27; Eph. 17For (Z)we, though many, are one bread and one body; for we all partake of that one bread. Verses 15-22 Did not the joining in the Lord's supper show a profession of faith in Christ crucified, and of adoring gratitude to him for his salvation ? If you have any questions, please review our Privacy Policy or email us at privacy@biblegateway.com. Want to receive the Verse of the Day each day? For (AT)why is my liberty judged by another mans conscience? I do not want you to be participants with demons. 21(AG)You cannot drink the cup of the Lord and (AH)the cup of demons; you cannot partake of the (AI)Lords table and of the table of demons. 14Therefore, my beloved, (V)flee from idolatry. 4:8; Rev. of Copyright 2023, Bible Study Tools. He begins, 1. 30 For if I by grace be a partaker, why am I evil spoken of for that for which I give thanks? 21(AG)You cannot drink the cup of the Lord and (AH)the cup of demons; you cannot partake of the (AI)Lords table and of the table of demons. The Holy Bible, New King James Version, Copyright 1982 Thomas Nelson. Rather, that the things which the Gentiles sacrifice they sacrifice to demons and not to God, and I do not want you to have fellowship with demons. 14Therefore, my beloved, flee from idolatry. Read full chapter 1 Corinthians 10:10 in all English translations 1 Corinthians 9 1 Corinthians 11 King James Version (KJV) Public Domain Bible Gateway Recommends 1Moreover, brethren, I do not want you to be unaware that all our fathers were under the cloud, all passed through the sea, 11:28, Matt. (S) 12So, if you think you are standing firm,(T) be careful that you dont fall! YouVersion uses cookies to personalize your experience. 17For we being many are one bread, and one body: for we are all partakers of that one bread. Salem Media Group. 1 CORINTHIANS CHAPTER 10 KJV - King James Bible Online 10Neither murmur ye, as some of them also murmured, and were destroyed of the destroyer. Copyright 1982 by Thomas Nelson. 31(AV)Therefore, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God. (AC) 20No, but the sacrifices of pagans are offered to demons,(AD) not to God, and I do not want you to be participants with demons. This is confirmed from the Jewish worship and customs in sacrifice. 12Therefore let him who thinks he stands take heed lest he fall. We have full encouragement to flee from sin, and to be faithful to God. 1 Corinthians 10 - NIV - For I do not want you to be - The Bible 21 Ye cannot drink the cup of the Lord, and the cup of devils: ye cannot be partakers of the Lord's table, and of the table of devils. 31Therefore, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God. 12:5; 1 Cor. (AD)That an idol is anything, or what is offered to idols is anything? It was denying Christianity; for communion with Christ, and communion with devils, could never be had at once. (AM) 29I am referring to the other persons conscience, not yours. Copyright 2019 by Zondervan. The Christian's security against sin is distrust of himself. 12Therefore (S)let him who thinks he stands take heed lest he fall. 10Moreover, brethren, I do not want you to be unaware that all our fathers were under (A)the cloud, all passed through (B)the sea, 2all were baptized into Moses in the cloud and in the sea, 3all ate the same (C)spiritual food, 4and all drank the same (D)spiritual drink. 18Observe (AA)Israel (AB)after the flesh: (AC)Are not those who eat of the sacrifices [f]partakers of the altar? Flee from Idolatry (AD)That an idol is anything, or what is offered to idols is anything? Help My Unbelief!" The apostle applies this to feasting with idolaters. 78:24, Num. 9 God is faithful, by whom you were called into the fellowship of His Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. Others have the like burdens, and the like temptations: what they bear up under, and break through, we may also. 30If I partake with thankfulness, why am I denounced because of that (AS)for which I give thanks? 7(G)And do not become idolaters as were some of them. Scripture taken from the New King James Version. This is the great end of all religion, and directs us where express rules are wanting. 1 Corinthians 10 KJV - Bible Hub But a Christian must not merely consider what is lawful, but what is expedient, and to edify others. (AD)That an idol is anything, or what is offered to idols is anything? Whether the world smiles or frowns, it is an enemy; but believers shall be strengthened to overcome it, with all its terrors and enticements. 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I Corinthians 12 | NKJV Bible | YouVersion 6Now these things became our examples, to the intent that we should not lust after evil things as (F)they also lusted. The apostle applies this to feasting with idolaters. For they drank of that spiritual Rock that followed them, and that Rock was Christ. Copyright 1982 by Thomas Nelson. Bible Gateway passage: 1 Corinthians 10 - King James Version 9:20, NKJV, Chronological Study Bible: Holy Bible, New King James Version, NKJV, Spirit-Filled Life Bible, Third Edition, Red Letter Edition, Comfort Print: Kingdom Equipping Through the Power of the Word, NKJV, Chronological Study Bible, Comfort Print: Holy Bible, New King James Version, NKJV, The American Patriot's Bible: The Word of God and the Shaping of America, NKJV, Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible, Red Letter Edition: Bringing to Life the Ancient World of Scripture, NKJV, The Story: The Bible as One Continuing Story of God and His People. Start your free trial today! 1 Corinthians 1 KJV - Bible Hub 16:4, 15, 35; Deut. It was denying Christianity; for communion with Christ, and communion with devils, could never be had at once. I Corinthians 10:20-21 NKJV - Bible.com We cannot fall by temptation, if we cleave fast to him. Access 50+ premium resources. Ex. Start for FREE. 14:29, 37; 26:64, 65; Ps. This is the great end of all religion, and directs us where express rules are wanting. 1 Moreover, brethren, I would not that ye should be ignorant, how that all our fathers were under the cloud, and all passed through the sea; 2 And were all baptized unto Moses in the cloud and in the sea; 3 And did all eat the same spiritual meat; 4 And did all drink the same spiritual drink: for they drank of that spiritual Rock that followed them: and that Rock was Christ. (AS) For I am not seeking my own good but the good of many,(AT) so that they may be saved.(AU). All rights reserved. 12Therefore (U)let anyone who thinks that he stands take heed lest he fall. Chapter 10. 3 They all ate the same spiritual food 4 and drank the same spiritual drink; for they drank from the spiritual rock that . 4 I thank my God always on your behalf, for the grace of God which is given you by Jesus Christ; 5 That in every thing ye are enriched by him, in all utterance, and in all knowledge; 6 Even as the testimony of Christ was confirmed in you: 7 So that ye come behind in no gift; waiting for the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ: 8 Who shall also confi. ESV Text Edition: 2016. There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it. 13No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. Bible Gateway passage: 1 Corinthians 10 - King James Version