1 Corinthians 16:17 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

I am glad of the coming of Stephanas and Fortunatus and Achaicus: for that which was lacking on your part they have supplied.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

I'm so happy that Stephanas, Fortunatus, and Achaicus came to see me. They filled in the gaps where you couldn't be here yourself.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Sometimes the best friends are the ones who show up when others can't.

📚 Historical Context

Paul wrote his first letter to the Corinthians from Ephesus around 55 AD, addressing various challenges in the early church community there. Stephanas, Fortunatus, and Achaicus were likely members of the Corinthian church who traveled to visit Paul, bringing news, support, or resources that filled in the gaps left by the Corinthians' inability to come themselves. This reflects the common practice in the ancient world of using personal messengers to maintain communication and unity among scattered believers.

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