1 Corinthians 6:13

“Meats for the belly, and the belly for meats: but God shall destroy both it and them. Now the body is not for fornication, but for the Lord; and the Lord for the body.”

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What does 1 Corinthians 6:13 mean?

1 Corinthians 6:13 (KJV) reads, "Meats for the belly, and the belly for meats: but God shall destroy both it and them. Now the body is not for fornication, but for the Lord; and the Lord for the body." This verse is part of a larger passage in which the apostle Paul addresses…

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Living for the Lord: A Reflection on 1 Corinthians 6:13

In the passage from 1 Corinthians 6:13, the Apostle Paul addresses the Corinthian church, a community struggling with issues of morality and propriety in a world rife with temptations. The verse states: "Meats for the belly, and the belly for meats: but God shall destroy both it…

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A Prayer for Purity and Purpose: Surrendering Our Bodies to the Lord

Heavenly Father, Today, we approach Your throne with humble hearts, recognizing the intricate design of our bodies and the sacred purpose for which You have created us. Lord, as we reflect on the words of 1 Corinthians 6:13, “Meats for the belly, and the belly for meats: but God…

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