1 Corinthians 1:9
New International Version
God is faithful, who has called you into fellowship with his Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.

New Living Translation
God will do this, for he is faithful to do what he says, and he has invited you into partnership with his Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.

English Standard Version
God is faithful, by whom you were called into the fellowship of his Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.

Berean Standard Bible
God, who has called you into fellowship with His Son Jesus Christ our Lord, is faithful.

Berean Literal Bible
God is faithful, by whom you were called into fellowship with His Son Jesus Christ our Lord.

King James Bible
God is faithful, by whom ye were called unto the fellowship of his Son Jesus Christ our Lord.

New King James Version
God is faithful, by whom you were called into the fellowship of His Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.

New American Standard Bible
God is faithful, through whom you were called into fellowship with His Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.

NASB 1995
God is faithful, through whom you were called into fellowship with His Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.

NASB 1977
God is faithful, through whom you were called into fellowship with His Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.

Legacy Standard Bible
God is faithful, through whom you were called into fellowship with His Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.

Amplified Bible
God is faithful [He is reliable, trustworthy and ever true to His promise—He can be depended on], and through Him you were called into fellowship with His Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.

Christian Standard Bible
God is faithful; you were called by him into fellowship with his Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
God is faithful; you were called by Him into fellowship with His Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.

American Standard Version
God is faithful, through whom ye were called into the fellowship of his Son Jesus Christ our Lord.

Contemporary English Version
God can be trusted, and he chose you to be partners with his Son, our Lord Jesus Christ.

English Revised Version
God is faithful, through whom ye were called into the fellowship of his Son Jesus Christ our Lord.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
God faithfully keeps his promises. He called you to be partners with his Son Jesus Christ our Lord.

Good News Translation
God is to be trusted, the God who called you to have fellowship with his Son Jesus Christ, our Lord.

International Standard Version
Faithful is the God by whom you were called into fellowship with his Son Jesus the Messiah, our Lord.

Majority Standard Bible
God, who has called you into fellowship with His Son Jesus Christ our Lord, is faithful.

NET Bible
God is faithful, by whom you were called into fellowship with his son, Jesus Christ our Lord.

New Heart English Bible
God is faithful, through whom you were called into the fellowship of his Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord.

Webster's Bible Translation
God is faithful, by whom ye were called to the fellowship of his Son Jesus Christ our Lord.

Weymouth New Testament
God is ever true to His promises, and it was by Him that you were, one and all, called into fellowship with his Son Jesus Christ, our Lord.

World English Bible
God is faithful, through whom you were called into the fellowship of his Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
faithful [is] God, through whom you were called into the fellowship of His Son Jesus Christ our Lord.

Berean Literal Bible
God is faithful, by whom you were called into fellowship with His Son Jesus Christ our Lord.

Young's Literal Translation
faithful is God, through whom ye were called to the fellowship of His Son Jesus Christ our Lord.

Smith's Literal Translation
God faithful, by whom we were called to the communion of his Son Jesus Christ our Lord.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
God is faithful: by whom you are called unto the fellowship of his Son Jesus Christ our Lord.

Catholic Public Domain Version
God is faithful. Through him, you have been called into the fellowship of his Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.

New American Bible
God is faithful, and by him you were called to fellowship with his Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. A. Divisions in the Church

New Revised Standard Version
God is faithful; by him you were called into the fellowship of his Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
God, by whom you have been called to the fellowship of his Son Jesus Christ our LORD, is trustworthy.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
God is faithful, for by him you were called into the fellowship of his Son, Yeshua The Messiah Our Lord.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
God is faithful, by whom you have been called into the fellowship of his Son Jesus Christ our Lord.

Godbey New Testament
God is faithful, through whom you have been called unto the fellowship of His Son our Lord Jesus Christ.

Haweis New Testament
Faithful is God, by whom ye have been called into communion with his Son Jesus Christ our Lord.

Mace New Testament
for he, who has called you to the communication of his son Jesus Christ our Lord, will make good his promise.

Weymouth New Testament
God is ever true to His promises, and it was by Him that you were, one and all, called into fellowship with his Son Jesus Christ, our Lord.

Worrell New Testament
God is faithful, through Whom ye were called into the fellowship of His Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.

Worsley New Testament
for God is faithful by whom ye were called into the communion of his son Jesus Christ our Lord.

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Audio Bible



Context
Thanksgiving
8He will sustain you to the end, so that you will be blameless on the day of our Lord Jesus Christ. 9 God, who has called you into fellowship with His Son Jesus Christ our Lord, is faithful. 10I appeal to you, brothers, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree together, so that there may be no divisions among you and that you may be united in mind and conviction.…

Cross References
1 John 1:3
We proclaim to you what we have seen and heard, so that you also may have fellowship with us. And this fellowship of ours is with the Father and with His Son, Jesus Christ.

1 John 1:9
If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

1 Thessalonians 5:24
The One who calls you is faithful, and He will do it.

2 Thessalonians 3:3
But the Lord is faithful, and He will strengthen you and guard you from the evil one.

Philippians 1:6
being confident of this, that He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.

Romans 8:28-30
And we know that God works all things together for the good of those who love Him, who are called according to His purpose. / For those God foreknew, He also predestined to be conformed to the image of His Son, so that He would be the firstborn among many brothers. / And those He predestined, He also called; those He called, He also justified; those He justified, He also glorified.

2 Timothy 1:9
He has saved us and called us to a holy calling, not because of our works, but by His own purpose and by the grace He granted us in Christ Jesus before time began.

Ephesians 4:4
There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to one hope when you were called;

Hebrews 10:23
Let us hold resolutely to the hope we profess, for He who promised is faithful.

1 Peter 5:10
And after you have suffered for a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to His eternal glory in Christ, will Himself restore you, secure you, strengthen you, and establish you.

John 15:16
You did not choose Me, but I chose you. And I appointed you to go and bear fruit—fruit that will remain—so that whatever you ask the Father in My name, He will give you.

Romans 11:29
For God’s gifts and His call are irrevocable.

2 Corinthians 1:18-20
But as surely as God is faithful, our message to you is not “Yes” and “No.” / For the Son of God, Jesus Christ, who was proclaimed among you by me and Silvanus and Timothy, was not “Yes” and “No,” but in Him it has always been “Yes.” / For all the promises of God are “Yes” in Christ. And so through Him, our “Amen” is spoken to the glory of God.

Ephesians 1:18
I ask that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened, so that you may know the hope of His calling, the riches of His glorious inheritance in the saints,

2 Peter 1:3
His divine power has given us everything we need for life and godliness through the knowledge of Him who called us by His own glory and excellence.


Treasury of Scripture

God is faithful, by whom you were called to the fellowship of his Son Jesus Christ our Lord.

God.

1 Corinthians 10:13
There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it.

Numbers 23:19
God is not a man, that he should lie; neither the son of man, that he should repent: hath he said, and shall he not do it? or hath he spoken, and shall he not make it good?

Deuteronomy 7:9
Know therefore that the LORD thy God, he is God, the faithful God, which keepeth covenant and mercy with them that love him and keep his commandments to a thousand generations;

by.

Colossians 1:24
Who now rejoice in my sufferings for you, and fill up that which is behind of the afflictions of Christ in my flesh for his body's sake, which is the church:

Romans 8:28,30
And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose…

Romans 9:24
Even us, whom he hath called, not of the Jews only, but also of the Gentiles?

the fellowship.

1 Corinthians 1:30
But of him are ye in Christ Jesus, who of God is made unto us wisdom, and righteousness, and sanctification, and redemption:

1 Corinthians 10:16
The cup of blessing which we bless, is it not the communion of the blood of Christ? The bread which we break, is it not the communion of the body of Christ?

John 15:4,5
Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, except it abide in the vine; no more can ye, except ye abide in me…

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1 Corinthians 1
1. After his salutation and thanksgiving for the Corinthians,
10. Paul exhorts them to unity,
12. and reproves their dissensions.
18. God destroys the wisdom of the wise,
21. by the foolishness of preaching;
26. and calls not the wise, mighty, and noble,
28. but the foolish, weak, and men of no account.














God
The verse begins with the central figure of the Christian faith, God. In the Greek, the word used is "Theos," which denotes the supreme deity, the Creator of the universe. This opening word sets the tone for the entire verse, emphasizing the divine authority and sovereignty. In the context of 1 Corinthians, Paul is addressing a church that is struggling with divisions and moral issues, reminding them that their foundation is in God, who is unchanging and eternal.

who has called you
The phrase "has called" comes from the Greek word "kaleo," which means to call or to invite. This is not a mere invitation but a divine summons. In the historical context of the early church, this calling was a powerful reminder of the believers' new identity in Christ. It signifies a purposeful action by God, who initiates the relationship with His people. The calling is not based on human merit but on God's grace and purpose.

into fellowship
The Greek word for fellowship is "koinonia," which implies a deep, intimate partnership and sharing. This is more than just a casual association; it is a profound communion with God and with other believers. In the early church, koinonia was a vital aspect of Christian life, reflecting the unity and love that should characterize the body of Christ. This fellowship is both a privilege and a responsibility, calling believers to live in harmony and mutual support.

with His Son Jesus Christ
This phrase highlights the centrality of Jesus in the Christian faith. "His Son" emphasizes the unique relationship between God the Father and Jesus, affirming the deity of Christ. "Jesus Christ" combines His human name, Jesus, with His title, Christ, meaning the Anointed One or Messiah. This underscores the belief in Jesus as both fully human and fully divine, the Savior who bridges the gap between God and humanity.

our Lord
The term "Lord" is translated from the Greek "Kyrios," which denotes authority and ownership. In the Roman world, calling someone "Lord" was a declaration of allegiance and submission. For Christians, acknowledging Jesus as "our Lord" is a confession of His supreme authority over their lives. It is a commitment to follow Him and live according to His teachings, recognizing Him as the ultimate ruler and King.

is faithful
The Greek word for faithful is "pistos," which conveys reliability, trustworthiness, and steadfastness. This assurance of God's faithfulness is a recurring theme throughout Scripture, providing comfort and hope to believers. In the context of the Corinthian church, this reminder of God's faithfulness serves as an anchor amidst their struggles and uncertainties. It reassures them that despite human failings, God's promises remain true, and His commitment to His people is unwavering.

(9) God is faithful.--The One who called them "unto the communion of His Son" is faithful, and therefore He will complete His work; no trials and sufferings need make them doubt that all will at last be well. The same confidence is expressed in Philippians 1:6, and 1Thessalonians 5:24.

Verse 9. - God is faithful. He will not leave his promises unfulfilled or his work unfinished (1 Corinthians 10:13; 2 Thessalonians 3:3; Hebrews 10:23; Romans 8:28-30). Through whom. By whom, as the moving cause and agent in your salvation. Ye were called. The calling was a pledge of the final blessing (Romans 8:30). Into the fellowship of his Son. Union (koinonia, communion) with Christ is the sole means of spiritual life (John 15:4; Galatians 2:20). Through the Son we also have fellowship with the Father (1 John 1:3). The perfect sincerity of the apostle is observable in this thanksgiving. He speaks of the Church in general in terms of gratitude and hopefulness, and dwells on its rich spiritual endowments; but he has not a word of praise for any moral advance such as that which he so lovingly recognized in the Thessalonians and Philippians.

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
God,
Θεὸς (Theos)
Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2316: A deity, especially the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very.

who
οὗ (hou)
Personal / Relative Pronoun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 3739: Who, which, what, that.

has called you
ἐκλήθητε (eklēthēte)
Verb - Aorist Indicative Passive - 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 2564: (a) I call, summon, invite, (b) I call, name. Akin to the base of keleuo; to 'call'.

into
εἰς (eis)
Preposition
Strong's 1519: A primary preposition; to or into, of place, time, or purpose; also in adverbial phrases.

fellowship
κοινωνίαν (koinōnian)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 2842: From koinonos; partnership, i.e. participation, or intercourse, or benefaction.

with His
αὐτοῦ (autou)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive Masculine 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.

Son
Υἱοῦ (Huiou)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 5207: A son, descendent. Apparently a primary word; a 'son', used very widely of immediate, remote or figuratively, kinship.

Jesus
Ἰησοῦ (Iēsou)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 2424: Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites.

Christ
Χριστοῦ (Christou)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 5547: Anointed One; the Messiah, the Christ. From chrio; Anointed One, i.e. The Messiah, an epithet of Jesus.

our
ἡμῶν (hēmōn)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Plural
Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.

Lord,
Κυρίου (Kyriou)
Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular
Strong's 2962: Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master.

[is] faithful.
πιστὸς (pistos)
Adjective - Nominative Masculine Singular
Strong's 4103: Trustworthy, faithful, believing. From peitho; objectively, trustworthy; subjectively, trustful.


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