1 Corinthians 4:2

Translations

Modern

Now it is required of stewards that they be found faithful.

Traditional

Moreover it is required in stewards, that a man be found faithful.

Literal

Here, henceforth, it is required in the stewards that one should be found faithful.

Latin

Hic jam quæritur inter dispensatores ut fidelis quis inveniatur.

Original

Greek

English

Now it is required of stewards that they be found faithful.

Notes

1 Corinthians 4:1–5

Paul highlights his loyalty and sincere intentions as an apostle of Christ. However, only God can judge a person's heart.

1 Corinthians 3:1–4:7

After comparing human and spiritual wisdom, Paul addresses the divisions in the Corinthian church (see 1 Corinthians 1:10–12), especially their undue loyalty to him and Apollos.

Theme notes and profiles

Paul (Saul) Trusting in Human Strength

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But this is not so with My servant Moses; he is faithful in all My house.
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Proverbs 13:17
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2 Corinthians 2:17
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Colossians 1:7
You learned it from Epaphras, our beloved fellow servant, who is a faithful minister of Christ on our behalf,
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Glossary

Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) First Letter to the Corinthians Mystery

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1 Corinthians 4:2

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