1 Corinthians 12:23 · KJV

"And those members of the body, which we think to be less honourable, upon these we bestow more abundant honour; and our uncomely parts have more abundant comeliness."

King James Version

Passage Context

²¹And the eye cannot say unto the hand, I have no need of thee: nor again the head to the feet, I have no need of you.

²²Nay, much more those members of the body, which seem to be more feeble, are necessary:

²³And those members of the body, which we think to be less honourable, upon these we bestow more abundant honour; and our uncomely parts have more abundant comeliness.

²⁴For our comely parts have no need: but God hath tempered the body together, having given more abundant honour to that part which lacked:

²⁵That there should be no schism in the body; but that the members should have the same care one for another.

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Reflection Questions

How do you value the contributions of others in your life?

What does it mean for you to honor those who seem less significant?

When have you recognized the worth of someone overlooked?

Life Application

honor

Make a conscious effort to recognize and honor those who serve quietly in your community.

appreciation

Express gratitude to someone whose contributions you may have taken for granted.

Places in This Verse

Corinth(Korinthos, Greece today)

Corinth was known for its social hierarchy, where status often dictated honor, making Paul's message countercultural.

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