1 Corinthians 12:5-6 And there are differences of administrations, but the same Lord.… I. ARE WIDELY DIVERSIFIED. 1. Every branch has its own sphere. 2. Every member his own office. (1) Differing in character, importance, scope. (2) Yet all necessary. II. ARE UNDER THE CONTROL OF THE SAME LORD — Christ, who — 1. Appoints every man his duty. 2. Supplies him with grace. 3. Observes and rewards his conduct. III. ARE DIRECTED TO ONE END. Hence the meanest office — 1. Is honourable. 2. Is useful. 3. Should be faithfully fulfilled. (J. Lyth, D.D.) Parallel Verses KJV: And there are differences of administrations, but the same Lord. |
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