1 Corinthians 4:13

“Being defamed, we intreat: we are made as the filth of the world, and are the offscouring of all things unto this day.”

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What does 1 Corinthians 4:13 mean?

1 Corinthians 4:13 (KJV) states, "Being defamed, we entreat: we are made as the filth of the world, and are the offscouring of all things unto this day." This verse is part of a larger passage in which the Apostle Paul is defending his ministry and addressing the persecution…

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The Humble Path of the Faithful: Finding Value in Rejection

In our journey of faith, we often encounter moments of trial and disrepute. The Apostle Paul, writing to the Corinthians, presents a stark and sobering reality in 1 Corinthians 4:13, where he states: "Being defamed, we intreat: we are made as the filth of the world, and are the…

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A Prayer for Strength in Rejection and Defamation

O Lord Almighty, Sovereign of the universe, I come before You with a heart that seeks solace and strength in the face of trials and tribulations. Your Word reminds us, in 1 Corinthians 4:13, that "Being defamed, we intreat: we are made as the filth of the world, and are the…

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