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1 Corinthians 4:16

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
Wherefore I beseech you, be ye followers of me.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

So here's what I'm asking you, follow my example.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

Paul's basically saying 'do what I do', sometimes the best teaching is just living it out.

📚 Historical Context

In the first century AD, the Apostle Paul wrote to the Corinthian church, which he had established during his missionary journeys, to address divisions, immorality, and misunderstandings about spiritual leadership. In 1 Corinthians 4, Paul defends his role as an apostle and a faithful steward of God's mysteries, positioning himself as a humble example for the believers amid their worldly influences. This verse specifically urges imitation as a way to align with godly living, following Paul's earlier contrasts between human wisdom and divine truth.

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