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The Church as Living Proof
Paul tells the Corinthians that their very existence as believers is the ultimate proof of his apostleship. Commentators explain that their conversion, a work of God, served as an undeniable 'seal' or stamp of authenticity on his ministry. For Paul, the Corinthian church was the living, breathing validation of his divine calling.
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1 Corinthians
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Albert Barnes
On 1 Corinthians 9:2
18th Century
Theologian
If I am not an apostle to others.
"If I have not given evidence to others of my apostolic mission—of my being sent by the Lord Jesu…
AT Robertson
On 1 Corinthians 9:2
Yet at least I am to you (αλλα γε υμιν ειμ). An argumentum ad hominem and a pointed appeal for their support. Note use of α…
Charles Ellicott
On 1 Corinthians 9:2
19th Century
Bishop
If I be not an apostle unto others.—The allusion here is probably to some who may have arrived at Corinth after St. Paul’…
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Expositor's Bible Commentary
On 1 Corinthians 9:2
Paul’s reference to the spiritual freedom we have in Christ, coupled with his claim of apostleship, leads him to expand the theme of Christian free…
John Calvin
On 1 Corinthians 9:2
16th Century
Theologian
If I am not an Apostle to others. The purpose of this is to establish his authority among the Corinthians, placing it beyond all dispute. …
John Gill
On 1 Corinthians 9:2
17th Century
Pastor
If I be not an apostle unto others
This is said by way of supposition, not concession; for he was an apostle to many…
Matthew Henry
On 1 Corinthians 9:1–14
17th Century
Minister
It is not new for a minister to encounter unkindness in return for goodwill to a people, and for diligent and successful service among them. To the…