1 Corinthians 4:21

“What will ye? shall I come unto you with a rod, or in love, and in the spirit of meekness?”

"What will ye? shall I come unto you with a rod, or in love, and in the spirit of meekness?" - 1 Corinthians 4:21
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What does 1 Corinthians 4:21 mean?

1 Corinthians 4:21 (KJV) states: "What will ye? shall I come unto you with a rod, or in love, and in the spirit of meekness?" This verse is part of a larger passage in which the apostle Paul is addressing the church in Corinth, specifically admonishing them for their arrogance…

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The Gentle Hand of Correction: Choosing Love Over Discipline

The Apostle Paul, in his first letter to the Corinthians, presents a profound question in 1 Corinthians 4:21, which states, "What will ye? shall I come unto you with a rod, or in love, and in the spirit of meekness?" This question encapsulates a deep emotional and spiritual…

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A Prayer for Meekness and Love in Leadership

Heavenly Father, As I come before You today, I am reminded of the words of the Apostle Paul in 1 Corinthians 4:21: "What will ye? shall I come unto you with a rod, or in love, and in the spirit of meekness?" Lord, this verse reaches deep into the heart of leadership…

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