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1 Corinthians 7:26 ยท KJV

"I suppose therefore that this is good for the present distress, I say, that it is good for a man so to be."

King James Version

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Passage Context

24Brethren, let every man, wherein he is called, therein abide with God.
25Now concerning virgins I have no commandment of the Lord: yet I give my judgment, as one that hath obtained mercy of the Lord to be faithful.
26I suppose therefore that this is good for the present distress, I say, that it is good for a man so to be.
27Art thou bound unto a wife? seek not to be loosed. Art thou loosed from a wife? seek not a wife.
28But and if thou marry, thou hast not sinned; and if a virgin marry, she hath not sinned. Nevertheless such shall have trouble in the flesh: but I spare you.

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Reflection Questions

1

How do you respond to distress in your life?

2

What does it mean for you to find good in difficult situations?

3

When have you felt that remaining single was beneficial for you?

Life Application

distress

In times of distress, focus on your relationship with God and seek His guidance.

relationships

Consider whether your current relationship status allows you to serve God more effectively.

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