1 Corinthians 11:22 · KJV
"What? have ye not houses to eat and to drink in? or despise ye the church of God, and shame them that have not? What shall I say to you? shall I praise you in this? I praise you not."
King James Version
What does 1 Corinthians 11:22 mean? →Passage Context
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.
22What? have ye not houses to eat and to drink in? or despise ye the church of God, and shame them that have not? What shall I say to you? shall I praise you in this? I praise you not.
23For I have received of the Lord that which also I delivered unto you, That the Lord Jesus the same night in which he was betrayed took bread:
24And when he had given thanks, he brake it, and said, Take, eat: this is my body, which is broken for you: this do in remembrance of me.
Reflection Questions
1
How do you show care for those in need?
2
What does it mean to you to honor the church community?
3
When have you felt ashamed of how others were treated?
Life Application
compassion
Look for ways to support those in need within your community.
community
Promote inclusivity and respect in your church gatherings.
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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