1 Corinthians 11:19 · KJV

"For there must be also heresies among you, that they which are approved may be made manifest among you."

King James Version

Passage Context

¹⁷Now in this that I declare unto you I praise you not, that ye come together not for the better, but for the worse.

¹⁸For first of all, when ye come together in the church, I hear that there be divisions among you; and I partly believe it.

¹⁹For there must be also heresies among you, that they which are approved may be made manifest among you.

²⁰When ye come together therefore into one place, this is not to eat the Lord's supper.

²¹For in eating every one taketh before other his own supper: and one is hungry, and another is drunken.

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Reflection Questions

How do you discern truth from falsehood in your beliefs?

What does it mean for you to be approved in your faith?

When have you faced challenges to your beliefs?

Life Application

faith

Regularly evaluate your beliefs against scripture to ensure they align with truth.

community

Encourage open discussions about faith to strengthen understanding and unity.

Places in This Verse

Corinth(Korinthos, Greece today)

An important ancient city known for its commerce and diverse population, Corinth was a melting pot of cultures and beliefs.

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