1 Corinthians 16:15

Translations

Modern

You know that Stephanas and his household were the first converts in Achaia, and they have devoted themselves to the service of the saints. Now I urge you, brothers,

Traditional

I beseech you, brethren, (ye know the house of Stephanas, that it is the firstfruits of Achaia, and that they have addicted themselves to the ministry of the saints,)

Literal

Now I exhort you, brothers—you know the house of Stephanas, that it is the firstfruit of Achaia, and they devoted themselves to service to the saints—

Latin

Obsecro autem vos fratres, nostis domum Stephanæ, et Fortunati, et Achaici: quoniam sunt primitiæ Achaiæ, et in ministerium sanctorum ordinaverunt seipsos:

Original

Greek

English

You know that Stephanas and his household were the first converts in Achaia, and they have devoted themselves to the service of the saints. Now I urge you, brothers,

Notes

Theme notes and profiles

Corinth Paul (Saul)

Related verses

1 Corinthians 1:16
Yes, I also baptized the household of Stephanas; beyond that I do not remember if I baptized anyone else.
Romans 16:5
Greet also the church that meets at their house. Greet my beloved Epenetus, who was the first convert to Christ in the province of Asia.
Romans 15:25
Now, however, I am on my way to Jerusalem to serve the saints there.
Romans 16:2
Welcome her in the Lord in a manner worthy of the saints, and assist her with anything she may need from you. For she has been a great help to many people, including me.
2 Corinthians 8:4
…they earnestly pleaded with us for the privilege of sharing in this service to the saints.
2 Corinthians 9:1
Now about the service to the saints, there is no need for me to write to you.
1 Peter 4:10
As good stewards of the manifold grace of God, each of you should use whatever gift he has received to serve one another.
Romans 12:13
Share with the saints who are in need. Practice hospitality.
1 Timothy 5:10
…and well known for good deeds such as bringing up children, entertaining strangers, washing the feet of the saints, imparting relief to the afflicted, and devoting herself to every good work.
2 Corinthians 9:12–15
For this ministry of service is not only supplying the needs of the saints but is also overflowing in many expressions of thanksgiving to God.
Revelation 14:4
These are the ones who have not been defiled with women, for they are virgins. They follow the Lamb wherever He goes. They have been redeemed from among men as firstfruits to God and to the Lamb.
Philemon 1:7
I take great joy and encouragement in your love, because you, brother, have refreshed the hearts of the saints.

People

Stephanas: Corinthian believer, baptized by Paul, sent to visit him

Places

Achaia: A Roman province in southern Greece, including Corinth

Glossary

Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) First Letter to the Corinthians Firstfruits Letter to the Galatians Stephanas

Topics

Achaia: Paul Visits Christian Minister: Duties of the Church To Stephanas: A Christian in Corinth, Whose Household Paul Baptized

1 Corinthians 16:15

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