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1 Corinthians 12:5 ยท KJV

"And there are differences of administrations, but the same Lord."

King James Version

What does 1 Corinthians 12:5 mean? โ†’

Passage Context

3Wherefore I give you to understand, that no man speaking by the Spirit of God calleth Jesus accursed: and that no man can say that Jesus is the Lord, but by the Holy Ghost.
4Now there are diversities of gifts, but the same Spirit.
5And there are differences of administrations, but the same Lord.
6And there are diversities of operations, but it is the same God which worketh all in all.
7But the manifestation of the Spirit is given to every man to profit withal.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you see diversity in your community?

2

What does it mean for you to serve under the same Lord?

3

When have you experienced different roles working together?

Life Application

service

Consider how you can use your unique gifts to serve others in your community.

unity

Reflect on ways to promote unity among diverse groups in your life.

Places in This Verse

Corinth(Korinthos, Greece today)

Corinth was a bustling port city known for its diversity and commerce, making it a melting pot of cultures and ideas.

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