1 Corinthians 9:16

“For though I preach the gospel, I have nothing to glory of: for necessity is laid upon me; yea, woe is unto me, if I preach not the gospel!”

"For though I preach the gospel, I have nothing to glory of: for necessity is laid upon me; yea, woe is unto me, if I preach not the gospel!" - 1 Corinthians 9:16
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What does 1 Corinthians 9:16 mean?

1 Corinthians 9:16 in the King James Version (KJV) of the Bible reads, "For though I preach the gospel, I have nothing to glory of: for necessity is laid upon me; yea, woe is unto me, if I preach not the gospel!" This verse is part of a larger passage in which the apostle Paul…

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The Divine Necessity of Preaching the Gospel

In the journey of faith, one of the most profound verses that resonates with the heart of a believer is found in 1 Corinthians 9:16, where the Apostle Paul states, "For though I preach the gospel, I have nothing to glory of: for necessity is laid upon me; yea, woe is unto me, if…

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A Prayer of Urgency and Commitment to the Gospel

O Sovereign Lord, As I come before You in reverence and humility, I am reminded of the powerful words found in 1 Corinthians 9:16: "For though I preach the gospel, I have nothing to glory of: for necessity is laid upon me; yea, woe is unto me, if I preach not the gospel!" These…

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